TGA to launch weekly nonstop flights to French Guiana under new Air Service Agreement

Days after Guyana inked a modernised Air Services Agreement with the French Republic, Trans Guyana Airways (TGA) welcomed the initiative, stating that it demonstrates the direct impact that progressive Government policy and aviation diplomacy can have on private-sector growth and national development.
The first agreement was signed approximately 50 years ago, in 1976.
TGA, in a statement on Saturday, stated that the modernised bilateral framework will create new market access and, more importantly, will open a tangible commercial opportunity for a local operator to expand its international footprint, develop a new route, and contribute directly to greater regional connectivity.
“The signing demonstrates that international aviation engagement can move beyond dialogue and translate into real opportunities for Guyanese businesses, travelers, and the wider economy,” TGA stated.
However, under the Agreement, TGA has been designated by Guyana to operate scheduled services between Guyana and French Guiana, which includes passengers and cargo.
As such, TGA stated that it has already commenced the necessary administrative and regulatory preparations with the relevant authorities, with the intention of launching at least two weekly nonstop flights between Georgetown and Cayenne, subject to the required operating approvals.
A journey that can currently take as much as 24 hours by existing surface connections could be reduced to approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes by air.
Direct access to Cayenne can create onward connectivity opportunities through airlines serving French Guiana, including Air France, strengthening Guyana’s links with the French Caribbean, Europe, and other markets. It can also stimulate two-way tourism, business travel, investment, and trade while improving the movement of people and goods across the Guiana Shield.
On this note, the airline commended the Government of Guyana for creating an enabling environment in which Guyanese private enterprise can convert national aviation policy into commercial activity, jobs, connectivity and economic value.
“TGA looks forward to playing its part in turning this landmark agreement into an operating air bridge between Georgetown and Cayenne, bringing Guyana and French Guiana closer together and creating new opportunities for our people, businesses and region,” the release added.