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Photos & Video: Various Aircraft Visit Bermuda
At least four different types of aircraft were captured departing from Bermuda this week, including a Lockheed WP-3D Orion, a US Air Force Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules, a Cavok Air Antonov An-12B, and a BermudAir aircraft. For our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, click here. Related Stories Photos... Read more of this article
BermudAir Launches Service To Fort Lauderdale
BermudAir has now launched service to Florida, with the inaugural flight to Fort Lauderdale taking off on Friday afternoon. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir is very pleased to share that all the routes in its network are now live. BermudAir’s inaugural flight to Fort Lauderdale took off on Friday afternoon. Service between Bermuda and Fort... Read more of this article
Aecon Completes Sale Of 49.9% Of Skyport
Aecon Group Inc. announced the “closing of the previously disclosed agreement with Connor, Clark & Lunn Infrastructure to sell a 49.9% interest in the L.F. Wade International Airport [Bermuda International Airport] concessionaire, Bermuda Skyport Corporation Limited.” “The final sale price was US$120 million following certain closing... Read more of this article
BermudAir Named 2023 Official Airline Partner
The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] announced that BermudAir is the official airline partner of the Bermuda Tech Summit 2023. As a result, BermudAir will provide special delegate pricing for those who book with them to attend the conference. Adam Scott, BermudAir Founder and CEO said, “BermudAir is delighted to support the Bermuda Tech... Read more of this article
Ministers & Air Service Development Team Meet
Last week, Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert and Minister of Tourism Vance Campbell hosted a meeting with the Air Service Development Team. A Government spokesperson said, “The discussions centred around key topics such as enhancing air service operations during the shoulder months of November to March, marketing plans, capacity projections,... Read more of this article
Flights Cancelled/Delayed Due To Idalia
“All inbound and outbound flights between Bermuda and North America [Canada/US] have been cancelled/delayed for today,’ due to Post Tropical Cyclone Idalia, Skyport has confirmed. A spokesperson said, “Skyport wishes to inform the public about travel disruptions at LF Wade International Airport [LFWIA] due to adverse weather conditions... Read more of this article
Video: BermudAir Leaves For First Flight
BermudAir has officially launched, with their inaugural flight taking off today [Sept 1] heading to Boston. The cabin crew for the flight included Isra Furbert, one of six Bermudians who have been hired as BermudAir flight attendants. In addition to the Boston flights, the airline offers flights to the Westchester County Airport which located near... Read more of this article
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
Reminder: Observe Airport Safety Restrictions
Skyport today issued a reminder to the public about the restrictions surrounding the LF Wade International Airport’s perimeter. A spokesperson said, “Parking or erecting structures within three meters of the airport’s perimeter fencing is strictly prohibited by law, as it poses a safety and security risk. Strict adherence to these... Read more of this article
Skyport Appoints Dawson, Fagan & Harris
Skyport announced the appointment of three new leadership team members: Jaime Dawson, Nikki Fagan, and Mikkel Harris. A spokesperson said, “Skyport, operators of the L.F. Wade International Airport dedicated to providing world-class services and continuously improving its operations, announced the strategic appointment of three new leadership... 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
24 Local Recruit Firefighters To Train In UK
24 local recruit firefighters are scheduled to travel to the U.K. next month to receive specialist training that will certify them as aircraft rescue firefighters, and “barring any unforeseen problems, the newly trained Fire Officers will replace the overseas consultant firefighters” in October, Minister of National Security Michael... Read more of this article
