Georgetown: JAGS Aviation, a subsidiary of BK International Group of Companies, owned by Brian Tiwarie recently acquired a brand new Cessna Grand Caravan 208B EX which landed at the Ogle International Airport.
It is the first time in the history of the aviation sector in Guyana that a private company has been able to purchase a new aircraft directly from the manufacturer.
It was a spectacular event as special invitees and members of the local aviation sector, along with employees and well-wishers were finally able to catch a glimpse of the shining new aircraft.
Piloting the new aircraft would be recently trained pilot, Captain Joshua Simms and his two co- pilots, Captains Miguel Benjamin and Damon Woodruff.
The aircraft flew out of Kansas, US on Sunday, was in-transit in Antigua, before heading to Guyana. A total investment of US$3 million was made by BK Group of companies in securing the new plane and buying over JAGS aviation.
The 2014 CESSNA Caravan has a seating capacity of 13, excluding the pilot’s seat. It is equipped with state-of-the art technology and is fully air conditioned.
Jags Aviation Manager Brionnie Tiwarie said the aviation sector in today’s world exists to assist people in their various endeavours. She said as much as her family is thrilled with the arrival of the new caravan, they are even more excited at what it will do for Guyana’s aviation sector and “basic communication and travel in support of tourism and mining and other economic activities in Guyana’s hinterland region”, she said.
She said the aviation arm of BK International operating through the recent acquisition,JAGS Aviation Inc also represents the energy, vision and effort of the Tiwarie family.
“We are building on the achievements of the generation before us and we are willing to take the initiatives and invest in diverse sectors like aviation,” she assured the gathering at the Guysuco Hangar at the airport. The family recently purchased JAGS Aviation with all of its assets. She said the company will continue to invest in quality aircraft and the highest standard of operation and customer care.
Tiwarie said the aircraft is evidence of the quality of service her company aims to provide.
“A service that will always be in keeping with the highest industry standard and cutting- edge technology.”
Labour Minister, Dr Nanda Gopaul congratulated the company, noting that it has taken a step in the right direction.
“They believe that Guyana has a place where a local company can operate where the sky is the limit.”
The purchase of the new aircraft, he boasted, is an additional investment to JAGS Aviation Company, and Government welcomes the initiative.
Roraima Group of Companies Chairman, Captain Gerry Gouveia said although there will be a level of “fierce competitiveness” between the two air services, his company, Roraima Airways stands ready to offer its assistance to the budding company through any means possible.
The programme ended with a cocktail reception, during which special invitees were given an opportunity to tour the aircraft.
You must be logged in to post a comment.