Airlines and Aviation

LIAT Air says it is absorbing much of the recent increase in jet fuel costs to limit fare hikes, while continuing to expand regional routes and improve connectivity across the Caribbean.

The new twice-weekly non-stop service is expected to strengthen regional connectivity, making travel easier for business, tourism and family visits between Antigua and Barbuda and Barbados.

The Barbados-London flight was cancelled after several cabin crew members were allegedly found unfit for duty following a night of heavy drinking, prompting suspensions and an internal investigation.

Officials confirmed that the missing HI-1145 aircraft has not crashed and its location is known, as regional agencies continue a sensitive, intelligence-led investigation.

The aircraft crashed while attempting to return to La Romana Airport after reporting a technical issue, with investigators now examining the cause of the failed emergency landing.

LIAT Air is reviewing its Caribbean flight schedules monthly in response to rising global petroleum prices, aiming to keep travel affordable while expanding services like its new route to Guadeloupe.

The Airbus A321 struck a person who had entered a restricted area, prompting engine fire, smoke in the cabin, and emergency evacuation of 231 passengers.

Piarco International Airport will remove its domestic departure lounge and route all passengers through a unified “All Gates” system from 24 April 2026, the Airport Authority said.

Caribbean Airlines has appointed an acting chief executive after Nirmala Ramai stepped down seven months into the role, while the company continues its search for a permanent CEO.

Expanded services from Canada align with peak tourism and festival period.

The aircraft’s propeller reportedly struck the animal, leading to a chain of mechanical failures during landing.

Caribbean Airlines says the new charge, ranging from US$15 to US$25 per sector, is aimed at offsetting rising global fuel costs, with no increase to base fares.

Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. announced the move as a step to enhance connectivity, with Air Canada set to operate a 177-seat Boeing 737 MAX 8 on the route.

The flight, operated by a Boeing 767ER, arrived at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport after an approximately eight-hour journey from Lisbon, Portugal.

New daily flights from London Gatwick to Hewanorra International Airport aim to boost tourism, but locals raise alarms over high prices and airline monopoly.

The service marks an important step in the airline’s Caribbean network expansion, with the inaugural flight to Trinidad operated by an Embraer ERJ145 offering four weekly services between the destinations.

The extra services provide more flexibility and options for passengers looking to enjoy a holiday break or visit loved ones.

The $50 million runway upgrade enhances safety, accommodates larger aircraft, and positions Antigua and Barbuda as a key regional aviation hub.

JetBlue has introduced a second nonstop Saturday flight between Boston and Saint Lucia, expanding service amid rising travel demand.

Grantley Adams International Airport’s operations remain smooth, with experts confirming it is well-equipped to handle growth and any challenges.