This Government has not abandoned its plans or ideas of extending the runway at the John A. Osborne Airport.
Premier the Honourable Reuben T. Meade says to the contrary, the administration is proceeding with its “Medium Term (1-5 years) plan”.
The plan includes setting affordable airfares, providing alternative routes into and out of Montserrat and establishing permanent and reliable air access.
He says it is evident that the Government, in alignment with its manifesto promise, is implementing its strategic plans for Air Access.
This is evidenced by the Twin Otter flights arriving and airlifting from the John A. Osborne Airport; and the expansion of air routes direct from Montserrat to St. Maarten and St. Kitts.
Premier Meade says the Manifesto outlines, under “Long Term (5 Plus years)”, its vision for access from 2025 to 2050.
He says the intention is to establish permanent, reliable air and sea access infrastructure ensuring seamless connectivity into and out of Montserrat.