Airport authorities managing Jamaica's primary international terminals have eliminated charges for humanitarian aircraft delivering disaster relief following Hurricane Melissa. MBJ Airports Limited began the policy on October 30 at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay when the facility reopened for emergency operations. Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston started its waiver program on Tuesday after accepting relief aircraft since the previous Wednesday. Both locations exempted fees for flights transporting provisions such as food supplies, potable water, medicines, temporary housing materials, sanitation items, and fuel designated by disaster management officials.
Shane Munroe, who leads MBJ operations, anticipated substantial passenger traffic as stranded tourists depart following limited commercial service restoration. He encouraged travelers to confirm reservations with carriers before reaching the terminal. Sitara English-Byfield, chief executive at Norman Manley, said staffing adjustments ensured adequate capacity for increased flight activity and passenger processing. She emphasized the critical nature of expediting essential goods to affected residents.
Both facilities plan to maintain fee waivers throughout recovery operations, supporting rapid distribution of humanitarian assistance across the hurricane-damaged nation.
Shane Munroe, who leads MBJ operations, anticipated substantial passenger traffic as stranded tourists depart following limited commercial service restoration. He encouraged travelers to confirm reservations with carriers before reaching the terminal. Sitara English-Byfield, chief executive at Norman Manley, said staffing adjustments ensured adequate capacity for increased flight activity and passenger processing. She emphasized the critical nature of expediting essential goods to affected residents.
Both facilities plan to maintain fee waivers throughout recovery operations, supporting rapid distribution of humanitarian assistance across the hurricane-damaged nation.
