Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, the Hon. Chester Cooper attended a reception hosted by his ministry on the island of Grand Bahama recently where he announced plans for construction of the Grand Bahamas International Airport.

Cooper told attendees, “Grand Bahama has seen a renovated domestic airport terminal. You’ve seen the return of Sunwing nonstop jet service. You will see more airlift very soon from Italy, from Tampa, from Fort Lauderdale, from Atlanta. You will see new routes and increased air capacity. Work will begin on the Grand Bahama International Airport before March 31st, 2023.”