The Spirit of the Caribbean, Taking You Home
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
Caribbean Airlines is the national flag carrier of Trinidad and Tobago, providing scheduled passenger and cargo services across the Caribbean, North America, and South America. The airline began operations in January 2007, taking over routes previously operated by BWIA West Indies Airways, which had served the region for decades before ceasing operations.
Headquartered at Piarco International Airport near Port of Spain, Caribbean Airlines serves as the dominant carrier in the southern Caribbean and operates a significant route network connecting the region to major cities in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The airline is wholly owned by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago.
Caribbean Airlines has positioned itself as a key connector for the Caribbean diaspora and regional travelers, offering interisland services through its Caribbean Saver product. The airline has faced financial challenges over the years but remains a critical component of regional air transport infrastructure.
Hubs & network
Caribbean Airlines' primary hub is Piarco International Airport (POS) in Trinidad, with a secondary hub at Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) in Guyana.
Fleet
Caribbean Airlines operates a fleet primarily composed of Boeing 737-800 aircraft, with additional Boeing 737 MAX variants and ATR 72 turboprops for interisland services.
Notable facts
- ›Caribbean Airlines launched operations on January 1, 2007, replacing BWIA West Indies Airways after its closure.
- ›The airline is 100% owned by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago.
- ›In 2011, Caribbean Airlines acquired Air Jamaica's operations, briefly expanding its reach before restructuring routes.
- ›Flight BW523 crashed near Guyana's Cheddi Jagan International Airport in July 2011, a significant incident in the airline's history.
- ›Caribbean Airlines serves as a vital link for the Caribbean diaspora traveling between the region and North America.
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