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| PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar leaves Errol McLeod in charge as she prepares to leave for Guyana |
Transport Minister Devant Maharaj, Local Government Minister Chandresh Sharma and Minister in the PM's office Rodger Samuel also accompanied the prime minister. Labour Minister Errol McLeod was appointed to act during the PM's absence.
In a statement on the matter she said she is "deeply saddened to have heard of the crash landing" of Flight BW 523. One passenger suffered serious injury.
The Prime Minister said, "It is my understanding that the passenger suffered a broken leg when the aircraft split into two upon touchdown at CHEDDIE JAGAN International airport.
"Quite naturally, this incident would have traumatized all passengers, crew and their families with whom I empathize in their moment of despair.
"Whilst investigations are continuing to determine the cause of the mishap, we are fortunate that the Crew was able to bring the 737-800 aircraft to a quick standstill without loss of life.
"This is indicative of the long standing safety track record of our national carrier and I am confident that Caribbean Airlines will continue to place greater emphasis on the safety and security of its passengers, crews and equipment."
In a related development, the Director General of Guyana's Civil Aviation Authority, Zulficar Mohamed, said on Saturday a preliminary report on the crash is expected within 24 hours.
The Caribbean Airlines aircraft was on a flight from from Port of Spain to Georgetown when it overshot the runway and broke in two.
Mohamed said he will submit a preliminary report to Guyana's Minister of Works and Transport by Sunday. The minister has responsibility for aviation.
"The preliminary report will be done. That will not give cause. It will just state basic facts as we know them now. Only on conclusion of the investigation that final report will determine the cause," he added.
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