RLB airport receives 7 Int'l flights, including 3 from American Airlines

St Kitts and Nevis: The Robert L Bradshaw International Airport in St Kitts and Nevis recorded a very busy day on Saturday. A total of 7 international flights were on the ground at the same time, three of which were American Airlines.

The airport also recorded some private jets parked on the western apron, with a huge number of passengers also seen sitting in the airport's lounge, marking a huge buzz at the airport.

[caption id="attachment_68260" align="aligncenter" width="807"] Passengers at RLB Airport's lounge (PC - Facebook)[/caption] The development shows the increasing demand of passengers to the island nation and also the international airlines' trust towards St Kitts and Nevis. It is to be noted that the seven international fights on the RLB Airport included American Airlines 737-800 New York JFK, American Airlines 737-800 Miami. American Airlines A320 Charlotte, Sky High E-175 Las Americas, Delta Air Lines 737-800 Atlanta, United Airlines 737-900 Newark and Air Canada Rouge – Toronto. Minister of Foreign Affairs of St Kitts and Nevis Denzil Douglas shared glimpses of the flights boarded at the airport and said, "Thanks to the hard work of Minister Marsha and all involved." He also added, "Private jets parked on the western apron at RLB International airport. They are all welcomed." [caption id="attachment_68261" align="aligncenter" width="750"] Private Jets parked at the airport[/caption] In addition to this, the citizens and residents of the twin island nation also lauded the Tourism Minister for their hard work in making links with all the international airlines that are bringing travellers from all around the world to the Federation.

"This all very positive for the destination as stay over passenger spend is significant for our overall economy and foreign exchange," wrote a user named Giselle Matthews.

Another user named Leroy Williams added, "Minister Marsha Henderson is doing a phenomenal job as Tourism minister. Big up yourself, Minister, continue the great work with God's blessings."

A citizen named Ted Hanley said that he was proud of his homeland and remarked, "Kudos to the all the bag handlers, gate agents , customs and immigration officials, the taxis, for processing us all safety back and forth. And almost always with a smile and kindness . Proud of my homeland."