- Air Traffic Management System Upgrade Poised to Transform SVG’s Airspace
St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is anticipated to adopt a modern air traffic management system in response to the projected increase in air travel in 2024.
Minister of Tourism Carlos James stated on Tuesday that the implementation of the new system demonstrates the country’s dedication to improving civil aviation.
“We intend to implement a modern air traffic management system comprising an air traffic control simulator, automatic dependent surveillance broadcast, Ads-b, and a multi-level multilateral military as a strategic move in revolutionising our air travel within the jurisdiction.”
“The integration of these advanced components signifies our commitment to enhancing civil aviation to a safer and more efficient industry,” James said.
James cited several issues, including a shortage of crew planes, new regulatory restrictions in some countries that have hampered access to the destination, and the availability of more regular flights from SVG’s major source markets.
Despite these hurdles, the minister stated that the International Air Transportation Association estimates total travel to exceed 4,000,000,000 by 2024.
Currently, SVG receives international flights from the following source markets: London Heathrow, Virgin Atlantic, three times per week, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays. Miami International American Airlines has three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Toronto Pearson International, Air Canada: There are four flights per week during the winter season: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. In addition, New York JFK Caribbean Airlines flies twice a week, on Wednesday and Saturday.
