Woman, 72, dies at CJIA while waiting to board flight

A 72-year-old passenger,  Alwayne Barratt,  passed away at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) while preparing to board American Airlines flight AA2694 to New York today.

According to her family,  Barratt, was discharged from Balwant Singh Hospital the previous day and was travelling with her son to seek further medical treatment in the United States, a statement from CJIA said.

While waiting to board, Barratt appeared unwell. Airline personnel directed her to Port Health for a medical clearance. At Port Health, it was determined that she had no pulse. The ambulance was immediately summoned, and Barratt was transported to the Diamond Diagnostic Centre, where she was pronounced dead.

The management of CJIA extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of  Barratt during this difficult time.