By OSWALD T. BROWN
WASHINGTON, D.C., November 3, 2023 – Dr. Kenneth Romer, Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, today posted a collection of photos on Facebook accompanied by a special tribute to “local Aviators,” whom he described as “a hardworking and committed team of professionals who oftentimes go unnoticed and uncelebrated in the important roles they execute domestically and internationally.”
I absolutely had to share the photos he posted and his comments with readers of my online publication, BAHAMAS CHRONICLE, which has a huge following among the Bahamian diaspora across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom as well as in The Bahamas and the wider Caribbean.
Noting that air traffic controllers “hold a special place in my heart and agenda,” Dr. Romer added, “As a teenager, my first summer job was with Air Traffic Control and ‘many’ years later I am honoured to serve alongside and support them as The Director of Aviation. Some of the ones who welcomed me back then are still there.”
He then added this direct quote, “It is true, the seed we sow today, may become the harvest we reap tomorrow” – Dr. Kenneth Romer. Kudos to my ATC Family!
Continuing he noted, “Truth be told, the entire Aviation Ecosystem, comprising over 8 Agencies, is for the most part, a hardworking and committed team of professionals, who oftentimes go unnoticed and uncelebrated in the important roles they execute domestically and internationally. The region affirmed their respect for our local Aviators as we recently hosted the 39th International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers Regional Meeting, as part of the first ever Bahamas Aviation Week.
I am a product of your labor and God’s grace! Join me in celebrating and appreciating our Aviation Professionals, everywhere!
