DAY 22, LEG 95 - Wewak to Mount Hagen
The last leg of the day takes us into the central highlands of Papua New Guinea to the mining town of Mount Hagen. The town has an elevation of 5,500ft and is the third largest town in the country. The city takes its name from the nearby volcano which is the second highest peak on the Australasian continent. The airport features a challenging approach through the mountainous terrain and hosts both domestic and international flights, although the flights to Australia normally cater for the mining industry rather than tourism.
Parked at Wewak.
Take off towards the setting sun.
Climbing out over the rainforest.
Approaching the Sepik River.
Receiving vectors into Mount Hagen airport.
View of the Highlands Highway on approach to Mount Hagen. This highway is the main route of travel between the highlands and the coast.
Final runway 12 at Mount Hagen.
AYWK - AYMH stats
Take off time: 1700
Landing time: 1735
Flight time: 00:35
Fuel used: 305kgs / 671lbs
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