Providenciales, Turks and Caicos – 14:oo, April 12, 2024 – interCaribbean Airways wishes to inform the public of a disruption to Flight JY713. The flight, scheduled from Marigot, Dominica (DOM) at 1:15 PM AST to Bridgetown, Barbados (BGI) on Friday, April 12, 2024, encountered a technical issue shortly after departure, leading to a precautionary shutdown of one of its engines and a safe return to the departure airport.
The incident occurred minutes after takeoff when the pilot detected an irregular response in one of the aircraft engines. Adhering to our standard operating protocols, the Captain shut down the affected engine as a precautionary measure and returned to Marigot where the aircraft landed without further incident. Emergency procedures were implemented, and emergency services were on standby as the aircraft landed safely.
interCaribbean Airways is committed to the safety of our customers and crew, which remains our highest priority. An aircraft was dispatched to Marigot to accommodate customers affected on this flight. interCaribbean remains committed to providing the necessary assistance to ensure all customers reach their intended destination.
We understand the concerns such incidents may raise and assure the public that we are devoted to continually maintaining and enhancing our operational and safety standards.
About interCaribbean Airways
interCaribbean Airways is a privately-owned and operated airline, headquartered in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The UK-flagged airline operates 50-seat Embraer ERJ145 Regional Jets, a Bombardier CRJ700 and a fleet of turboprops, comprising 68-seat ATR72, 48-seat ATR42s, 30-seat EMB120s, and 19-seat Twin Otters. With a network spanning Georgetown, Guyana, in the south, Barbados to the east, Havana, Cuba, to the west, and Nassau, Bahamas, to the north, interCaribbean connects twenty-eight cities across seventeen countries in the Caribbean. For more information or to book a flight, visit www.intercaribbean.com
