#Coral Harbour Base, 18 APR. ‘20 (RBDF): The Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues its support with the National COVID 19 Task Force and Emergency Orders to prevent community spread generally and specifically in New Providence, Abaco, Grand Bahama and Inagua. Additionally the organization continues its commitment to border security against transnational threats.
The Royal Bahamas Defence Force wishes
to advise the general public that its aircraft and vessels continue to operate
in much needed capacities, whether transporting other law enforcement officials,
community leaders, and/or individuals as is consistent with the urgency of the
matter throughout the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
During these moments of heightened
health risks and concerns; medical screening on departure and arrival, wearing of
personal protective equipment, sanitizing of vessel/aircraft pre and post
operation and other particular medical protocols are strictly adhered to.
Moreover, flight transport decisions are
based on priority, nature of request, and emergency regarding service to the
various family Island communities that the Defence Force is proud to be a part
of.
Specifically, the residents of Matthew
Town, Inagua transported onboard our service aircraft were afforded the
opportunity due to the passing of the passenger’s mother and relative in Inagua
in need of critical items, given that no other air flight options were
available. Further, the passenger flown to New Providence was a Law Enforcement
agent stationed in Matthew Town, Inagua. In both instances the necessary medical
protocols were undertaken with emphasis on COVID 19 symptoms with negative
results.
The Royal Bahamas Defence Force will
continue to serve in a manner that respects humanity, embraces scientific
findings and keeps the health and wellbeing of its employees and the people of
the Commonwealth of The Bahamas at its forefront.