RT&CIPF, Airports Authority Pledge Stronger Aviation Security for Turks and Caicos

Turks and Caicos, May 22, 2026 – Protecting the Turks and Caicos Islands’ airports and ports of entry through stronger coordination, intelligence sharing and joint security strategies was the central focus of a high-level meeting between the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force and the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority earlier this month.

Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey and members of the RT&CIPF Executive Team met with TCIAA officials on May 7 at Police Headquarters as both agencies reinforced their commitment to national security and public safety.

Leading the Airports Authority delegation was TCIAA Chief Executive Officer Selvyn Hawkins.

The meeting centered on aviation security across the Turks and Caicos Islands and the need for tighter collaboration as the country experiences continued growth in visitor arrivals and air traffic movement.

Officials discussed coordinated approaches to strengthening airport security, improving intelligence sharing and ensuring stronger protection for residents and visitors entering and leaving the territory.

The discussions also underscored the importance of strategic partnerships between law enforcement and aviation officials in responding to evolving security threats and safeguarding critical infrastructure.

Also attending from the TCIAA were:

• Devon Fulford, Executive Director of Operations
• Nikeva Ariza, Director of Corporate Affairs, Communications and Public Engagement
• Jurren van den Oever, Security & Change Manager
• and Andrew Thomas, Director of Safety and Emergency Response.

The meeting forms part of broader national security efforts aimed at reinforcing public confidence, strengthening border protection and ensuring the Turks and Caicos Islands maintains safe and secure gateways as tourism and development continue to expand.

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