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Photos & Video: Somers Isles Grand Opening
A welcome reception and grand opening of the Somers Isles Trading Company store at the LF Wade International Airport was held earlier this week. The airport retail outlet offers a range of goods, including alcohol, snacks and drinks, a variety of gifts and souvenirs, and more. Related Stories Video: Delta Airlines... Read more of this article
Mobile Passport Control For U.S. Preclearance
Skyport announced that “the U.S. Customs and Border Protection [CBP] has introduced the Mobile Passport Control [MPC] program available for use at the United States CBP Preclearance facility in the L.F. Wade International Airport.” A spokesperson said, “MPC is a free and secure mobile application designed to streamline the inspection... 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
Flights Cancelled/Delayed Due To ‘Poor Visibility’
Multiple flights have been cancelled and several others diverted or delayed today [June 3] as “inclement weather and poor visibility conditions have resulted in visibility levels falling below the minimum requirements for landing.” A Skyport spokesperson told Bernews, “Today’s inclement weather and poor visibility conditions have... Read more of this article
Skyport To Invest $4.5M In Air Cargo Terminal
Skyport said they are “set to invest approximately $4.5 million in the comprehensive renovation of the Air Cargo Terminal at the airport” and have ”issued a Request for Expressions of Interest [EOI] to operate and maintain a newly renovated Air Cargo Terminal at the airport.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Skyport Corporation... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Military Aircraft In Bermuda
Royal Air Force [RAF] typhoons were spotted this week at LF Wade International Airport as they made a landing on the island. The Royal Air Force website says, “The Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 is a highly capable and extremely agile multi-role combat aircraft, capable of being deployed for the full spectrum of air operations, including air policing, peace... Read more of this article
Get To Airport By 8am If Traveling In Morning
If you are planning on leaving the island on a morning flight on Bermuda Day [May 26] the police have advised that you get to the airport by 8:00am due to all the road closures that will be in effect for the cycling and running races, which will be starting from St George’s. In issuing an overall holiday advisory, the police said, “On Friday,... Read more of this article
Flight Diverts Due To Medical Emergency
A Jet Blue flight — that was traveling from Puerto Rico to Boston — diverted to Bermuda early this morning [May 24] due to a medical emergency. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Wednesday 24th May 1:10am – RCC Bermuda receives a call from New York Air Traffic Control reporting that Jet Blue Airbus 321 is diverting... Read more of this article
JetBlue’s New Flight From LaGuardia Arrives
Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert greeted the Captain, crew and passengers on JetBlue’s flight from LaGuardia, New York today [May 5], with the flight receiving a water cannon salute. “I am excited to note the additions of two JetBlue flights from Bermuda to New York City this month, with daily service from LF Wade International Airport to... Read more of this article
Minister Welcomes Increased Flights From NY
“I am excited to note the additions of two JetBlue flights from Bermuda to New York City this month, with daily service from LF Wade International Airport to New York’s John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia Airports.” said Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert. “Factoring in this additional airlift, there are now 32 commercial flights per... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Military Aircraft Visit Bermuda
Military aircraft visited the island again this week, with the MC-130J stopping by the L.F. Wade International Airport this week. It is not unusual for military aircraft to make brief stops on the island for refueling or other purposes, and for our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, here. The Lockheed Martin website said, “The... Read more of this article
Flight Diverts Due To Medical Emergency
On Tuesday [March 21], a British Airways Flight — traveling from Antigua to London — diverted to Bermuda due to a medical emergency with a 50-year-old male passenger onboard, who was suffering from a suspected heart attack. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Tuesday 21st March 1:13am – RCC Bermuda received a call from New... Read more of this article
Column: Jache Adams On Airport, Sale & More
[Column written by MP Jache Adams] Dear citizens of Bermuda, The Covid-19 pandemic has undeniably impacted every corner of the globe, leaving governments grappling with economic challenges, businesses struggling to stay afloat, and citizens bearing the brunt of these hardships. In the face of adversity, it is the duty of a responsible government to... Read more of this article
OBA Leader On Premier’s Comments & Skyport
[Updated] Bermuda’s airport “has been used by the PLP as a political wedge to divide Bermudians,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said, adding that ”Bermuda and the Burt Government should and must celebrate, and embrace the introduction of CC&L as they may bring greater potential for future inward investment opportunities for... Read more of this article
CC&L: Airport Is ‘Resilient, Durable Asset’
“The L.F. Wade International Airport is an excellent example of a resilient, durable asset with potential for growth as passenger traffic recovers in the wake of Covid-19,” Canadian company CC&L Infrastructure said after purchasing a 49.9% interest in Skyport. A statement on their website announced the “acquisition of a 49.9% minority... Read more of this article
Susan Jackson: ‘Govt Should Welcome Them’
The “government should be welcoming them with open arms” as “CC&L is a testament to Bermuda as a vote of confidence in our future” Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson said after it was announced that the Canadian company CC&L will purchase 49.9% of Skyport for $128.5 million. Ms Jackson said, “When a prominent... Read more of this article
