Statement

Premier's Office
Department of Information and Public Relations
Ministry of Finance
BVI Airports Authority
Release Date:
Wednesday, 19 July 2017 - 4:33pm

The Government of the Virgin Islands recognising the need to improve airlift into the Territory for our visitors and residents alike, entered into an agreement with BVI Airways to provide the company with $7 million to operate direct flights between Miami and the British Virgin Islands.

The Government has provided all the financial support agreed between ourselves and BVI Airways, and furthermore, the Airport Authority has put in place most of what was agreed to enhance the arrivals and departure experience of BVI Airways passengers including an office, additional seating, air conditioning and two ticket counters. 

The Airport Authority is awaiting definite word on the time of commencement of flight operations to complete any further arrangements specific to BVI Airways.

Having provided the agreed support, this Government and people are awaiting the commencement of the much anticipated direct Miami/ BVI flights.