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Skyport: Latest Update On Airline Services
United, American, Jet Blue, Air Canada, and Delta all cancelled their flights scheduled for today [Aug 30], British Airways is expected to land tonight, and BermudAir will delay their inaugural flight until September 1st. A spokesperson said, “Skyport wishes to update the public about the status of scheduled inbound and outbound flights at LF Wade... Read more of this article
American, Air Canada & United Cancel Flights
[Updated] “In light of the potential impact of the hurricane, United Airlines and American Airlines have cancelled all flights scheduled for this Wednesday,” Skyport has confirmed. A spokesperson said, “Skyport wishes to inform the public about travel disruptions at LF Wade International Airport [LFWIA] due to anticipated adverse weather... Read more of this article
BermudAir Airline Tickets Now For Sale
BermudAir has officially launched, with tickets on sale now for flights to Boston, Fort Lauderdale and New York, with service to two destinations set to start on August 31st, while service to Florida will start on September 22nd. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir makes history today, launching as Bermuda’s first flagship carrier to service... Read more of this article
BermudAir Aircraft Arrives In Bermuda
A BermudAir aircraft arrived on the island last night [Aug 19] for “preparatory flights that Bermuda authorities will review as part of the ongoing local regulatory process,” which the company called “another key milestone towards BermudAir’s launch.” A spokesperson said, “BermudAir’s first aircraft arrived... Read more of this article
Skyport Introduces Wildlife Control Measure
Skyport has introduced an “advanced wildlife control measure” at the airport which “aims to mitigate bird-related safety hazards during critical flight operations such as landing and take-off.” A spokesperson said, “Skyport Facilities and Asset Management is delighted to announce the introduction of an advanced wildlife control... Read more of this article
British Pilot Chooses Bermuda As His Final Flight
A British pilot has chosen Bermuda as his final flight as the captain of a commercial airliner because of his love for the island. Paul Griffin, who is retiring after 41 years, boarded the British Airways flight to London from Bermuda earlier this week. He spent ten years flying 747 Jumbo jets, six years flying Concorde and was among the last to fly... Read more of this article
‘BermudAir’ Airline Receives Approval
BermudAir — which plans to operate “short, convenient all-business class flights between Bermuda and the US East Coast” — has received approval from the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] and has been granted its Air Operating Certificate [AOC] and “service is planned to begin later this summer, subject to the pending... Read more of this article
Minister Furbert Holds Meeting With Air Canada
Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert recently held a meeting with representatives of Air Canada at their Headquarters in Montreal. A Government spokesperson said, “The meeting provided an opportunity to engage with Air Canada representatives and discuss matters regarding the airline’s Bermuda operations.” Minister Furbert stated, “The primary... Read more of this article
Minister Furbert’s Trip To Atlanta Cost $3,558.51
A trip in June 2023 by Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert to Atlanta cost $3,558.51, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from June 27, 2023 – June 29, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Wayne Furbert, JP MP, Minister of Transport visited Delta Air Lines’ Headquarters... Read more of this article
Minister & Delta Discuss ‘Potential Expansion’
Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert recently visited Delta Air Lines’ Headquarters in Atlanta to “discuss potential expansion of service to Bermuda and attracting more visitors from Atlanta and other onward destinations.” A Government spokesperson said, “Delta Air Lines has been the longest continually running US air carrier in Bermuda... Read more of this article
AA Flight Returns Due To “Odor In The Cabin”
An American Airlines flight returned to Charlotte due to an “issue with odor in the cabin,” according to a report from Queen City News. The story said, “An American Airlines flight reported mechanical issues on Sunday, returning to Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. “In a statement, AA said Flight 2044 from Charlotte to Bermuda... Read more of this article
Minister Meets With Breeze Airways Founder
Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert recently had a meeting with David Neeleman, founder and CEO of Breeze Airways, in New York City. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Transport, the Honorable Wayne L. Furbert recently had a productive meeting with David Neeleman, the renowned founder and CEO of Breeze Airways, in New York City. The... Read more of this article
