By Steve Thomas Observer Nevis Editor
(Antigua) ” A work slowdown at the VC Bird International Airport is hampering flights in and out of the regional air crossroads, prompting at least one airline to warn passengers to expect delays. The work action is being taken by air traffic controllers, who have a variety of issues to resolve with the government, including a new contract and higher salaries. According to published reports, the slowdown could continue through this weekend and into next week. LIAT has been forced to cancel flights while others have been delayed. The situation was entirely beyond the airline’s control, adding that LIAT’s employees were working normally to provide customers with as reliable a travel service as possible, said Captain George Arthurton, LIAT’s Director of Flight Operations. “This is a very difficult situation for us, and we want to apologise to our customers who have already experienced delays or cancellations. We are also advising customers booked to travel on LIAT to be prepared for possible delays. Customers are also strongly advised to check in on time so that any delays experienced can be minimised as much as possible,” Captain Arthurton stated. “LIAT reaffirms its commitment to providing a reliable and worry free travel service, and the airline will do all in its power to minimise the impact of this present situation on our passengers.”
