Summary Pope Francis to begin upcoming Apostolic Journey with ITA Airways, flying to Indonesia on September 2nd. ITA's A330neo chosen for this special mission with eco-friendly operations and experienced crew. Pope will visit four countries in 12-day tour in Asia and Oceania, including Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste.
Italian national carrier ITA Airways will fly Pope Francis to Indonesia to begin his 12-day Apostolic Journey. On September 2nd, the Pope will fly from Rome to Indonesia onboard an ITA A330neo before visits to Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Singapore. Pope to travel with ITA to Indonesia According to a release from ITA Airways , the Holy Father will depart from Rome Fiumicino Airport's (FCO) Terminal 5 at 17:15 local time on September 2nd, landing in Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) at 11:30 local time the next day.
The aircraft chosen for the special mission is an ITA Airbus A330neo, and it will be crewed by three pilots and ten flight attendants. Commander Massimiliano Marselli will be the flight supervisor, joined by an ITA Airways special flights team. The A330neo's exceptional economics - operating with a 20% reduction in fuel and emissions compared to previous-gen A330s - will be aided by a special flight plan aimed at maximizing operational efficiency, including the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
As for the Pope, he will be accompanied by his Papal Entourage and members of the international press. It won't be the first tim.