Flying to the Cayman Islands: Earlier this month, the Cayman Islands Cabinet agreed that borders will remain closed until 30 Aug. The rate of infection remains a very low 1.4% according to the national health ministry.Current restrictions to flights All airports in the Cayman Islands will remain closed to international leisure and non-essential travel until 1 September 2020General aviation is currently not possible except for the following operations:
Permits Both private non-revenue and non-scheduled commercial will require a landing permit. Standard documentation, complete itinerary and manifest details will be required. Cayman Islands Civil Aviation Authority (CICAA) suggests 24-48 hours for processing of the permit. Permit fee will need to be prepaid before the permit will be granted. UAS has an established account and can assist in this process.Current restrictions for personsOnly Cayman nationals and legal residents may be able to return to the Cayman Islands at this time.Health screening proceduresA health form must be completed by both pax and crew and presented before health officials upon arrival.QuarantineA 14 day quarantine period in a government facility is required for arriving passengers and crew.Airports accepting international flightsOwen Roberts International Airport in Grand Cayman (MWCR) can accept the repatriation flights as well as Cargo, Humanitarian, and Air Ambulance flights. Approval is on a case-by-case basisDomestic flightsMEDEVAC, humanitarian, government and state flights are being allowed to operate domestically within the country.SummaryThe Cayman Islands are exercising extreme caution to prevent the spread of the virus. Although the governmental authorities will periodically review the lockdown requirements and make adjustments if needed, it appears as though the Cayman Islands are prepared to be closed for the next couple of months and perhaps farther. COVID 19 safety protocols, such as safety masks, standard 6-foot social distancing, etc. are enforced. Adherence to the Shelter In Place regulations, which includes mandatory isolation periods, must be followed.Conditions and restrictions are very fluid and may change at any time. CICAA considers all operations on a case-by-case basis so contact the UAS Operations Team to see if your proposed operation may be feasible.For support with your flight operations to Argentina, contact UAS
