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Business & Economy
BHA Hosts Successful Allied Trade Show in San Pedro
The Belize Hotel Association (BHA) held its third annual Allied Trade Show on Friday, October 3rd at the Grand Caribe Resort north of San Pedro Town. The event brought together allied members, hospitality professionals, and tourism stakeholders for a day of networking, collaboration, and business development opportunities.
Business & Economy
Tropic Air Officially Launches Three New Cessna Grand Caravan EX Aircraft
Tropic Air marked a significant milestone on September 17 with the official launch of three new Cessna Grand Caravan EX airplanes at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (PGIA). The additions strengthen the airline’s commitment to improving service quality and advancing Belize’s aviation industry.
Sports
New Season of Inter-Office Football Tournament Kicks Off
The Inter-Office Football Tournament is back, with 16 teams competing for this year’s championship title. The first round of matches occurred September 5–7 at the Ambergris Stadium, drawing enthusiastic fans and delivering plenty of exciting moments.
Government
Belize Airports Authority Cancels Security Contracts: What’s Next?
Following weeks of criticism and intense scrutiny, the Belize Airports Authority (BAA) has officially cancelled the security contracts awarded for local aerodromes. These contracts, previously held by Four Diamond Security Limited and iSecurity Limited, were suspended and eventually terminated due to concerns over an improperly conducted tendering process. The BAA has confirmed that an investigation into the awarding of these contracts is ongoing and stated that further actions will be taken as necessary once the inquiry concludes.
Community and Society
Tropic Air Launches Three Initiatives Honoring Local Heroes
During a special luncheon on Tuesday, May 20th, at a resort north of San Pedro Town, Tropic Air honored three individuals for their bravery during a hijacking incident on Holy Thursday, April 17th. The event recognized Captain Howell Grange, Fitzgerald Brown, and Franchesco Jair Castañeda, survivors of the ordeal and now hailed as local heroes.
Government
The Ministries of Civil Aviation and National Defense hold press conference on the investigation of the municipal plane hijacking incident
On April 30th, the Ministries of Civil Aviation and National Defense held a joint press conference to discuss the unprecedented hijacking of a municipal...
Community and Society
New security protocols at local municipal airstrips after airplane hijacking
In response to the alarming hijacking of a domestic flight that occurred on Thursday, April 17th, new security protocols have been implemented at all municipal airstrips. These measures ensure that every passenger is screened before boarding domestic flights. As part of the new regulations, at least one police officer will be stationed at each municipal airport.
Accidents & Disasters
Passengers injured in plane hijacking now recovering at home, pilot Howell Grange speaks on incident
On Thursday, April 17th, a shocking incident occurred in Belize when an American national, Akinyela Taylor, 49, hijacked a Tropic Air flight en route from Corozal to San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Taylor threatened the passengers with a knife and inflicted severe injuries on three individuals, including the pilot. The injured victims—San Pedro businessman Fitzgerald Brown, Tropic Air employee Franchesco Castaneda, and Pilot Captain Howell Grange—were rushed to hospitals in Belize City following the life-threatening situation. The ordeal ended with Taylor being shot when the plane finally landed at the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA).