Fly Jamaica set to begin operations September 21, 2013 By admin − company, CJIA differ over security Fly Jamaica is set to begin operations here on Thursday and is expected to employ at least 40 Guyanese once things go according to CJIA Chief Executive Officer Ramesh Ghir Fly Jamaica Finance and Commerce Director Roxanne Reece plan. The airline’s local office is currently in the process of training some 25 Guyanaese to become flight attendants and two as pilots as it gets set for the first three inaugural non-stops flights out of Guyana. Beginning on September 26, Fly Jamaica’s first flight will be between Kingston and Georgetown; on the 27, from New York to Georgetown; and on October 8, from Toronto to Guyana. The company said that the introduction of these non-stop flights will mean less time spent getting to destinations, with an estimated three hours flying time. Easy connections Passengers from Guyana will arrive at terminal one at the John F Kennedy Airport in the U.S., allowing for easy connections to other international destinations throughout Europe. Speaking at a press conference at the Fly Jamaica head office at the Ogle International Airport on Saturday, Finance and Commerce Director Roxanne Reece said the airline will be providing services not offered by traditional airlines. “Passengers will be treated to complimentary meals, in-flight entertainment and shopping, spacious seats and a signature warm, friendly service,” Reece said. She noted that Fly Jamaica is not just waiting on passengers to come to it; the airline is reaching out to them. Fly Jamaica is a private airline with no financial arrangements with any government. Currently, the airline operates with six aircraft and will soon add another to its fleet, which will result in increased routes. According to the airline, in addition to boosting regional tourism, the new routes will open up opportunities for businesses at its destinations in Georgetown, Guyana; Kingston, Jamaica; New York, U.S.A.; and Toronto, Canada. On a different note, Reece said the company is a bit concerned about incidents of drug trafficking at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA). She was quick to point out that the situation is not unique to Guyana, but noted the need for a more effective security system at the country’s main airport. Security system She said Fly Jamaica will put systems in place to guard against security breaches. However, CJIA Chief Executive Officer Ramesh Ghir in a release said it is very disappointing and unfortunate that a director of Fly Jamaica would choose to publicly address her concerns about drug incidents at the airport without first engaging the airport authorities about such anxiety. “As chairman of the Airport Security Committee and head of the airport corporation, I can safely say that no such concern was ever raised with us; not even at the level of the board of directors. “We will be happy to engage the staff and directors of Fly Jamaica to address any security related questions that they may have. The airport’s corporation and its security committee remain steadfast to continuously working with its stakeholders to improve passengers’ experience. “We remain very excited and look forward to Fly Jamaica getting on board!” Ghir said.Filed Under: TOP STORIES
Posted on: Sun, 22 Sep 2013 11:59:59 +0000
Trending Topics
Recently Viewed Topics
© 2015