IN THE wake of yesterday’s near tragedy involving a Caribbean Airlines aircraft at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Timehri, the following is a statement from CARICOM Secretary-General (ag), Ambassador Applewaithe. “On behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), I wish to express my deep concern at the crash of the Caribbean Airlines Boeing 737-800 aircraft at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Timehri, Guyana.
The Community wishes a full and speedy recovery to those who were injured in the accident, and is greatly relieved that there has been no loss of life.
“The Community commends the authorities in Guyana and the airline for their swift response to the crisis, which ensured the safe evacuation of all passengers and crew.
“The Community looks forward to the results of the investigation which will determine the causes of the accident with the expectation that it would assist in ensuring no recurrence of such an incident.”