RNZAF P-8A in the Pacific

A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) P-8A Poseidon aircraft and crew visited Niue this week as part of their work in the region.

11 July, 2025

The RNZAF P-8A Poseidon crew met with Niue’s Prime Minister Dalton Tagelagi and key government officials in Niue this week to discuss how their work in the region helps to combat illegal, unreported or unregulated fishing practices.

By working with our Pacific partners we support efforts to enforce rules and regulations developed by the Forum Fisheries Agency and Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission, which in turn support local economies and ensure the fisheries stocks in the region remain sustainable for future generations.

The Air Component Commander, Air Commodore Andy Scott was accompanying the crew on the latest patrol.

“It was an honour to meet with Prime Minister Tagelagi and his team and to hear of how our collective efforts support this most precious resource.”