Disruptions in Martinique: Closure of the airport and redirection of more than 1,000 travelers to Guadeloupe

IN BRIEF

  • Aimé Césaire Airport closed due to social unrest.
  • More than 1000 passengers redirected to the Guadeloupe.
  • Established a curfew after a night of violence.
  • Clashes took place during a demonstration in front of the airport.
  • Commercial flights affected, requiring support passengers.

Following violence significant in Martinique, the airport Aimé Césaire was forced to close its doors, leading to the redirect more than 1000 passengers towards Guadeloupe. The prefecture has decreed a curfew after a tumultuous night, and clashes broke out, causing demonstrators to invade the track. This situation has had a major impact on flights and raised concerns about the security situation on the island.

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