LIAT flight losses

Regional airline LIAT said more than 130 flights were cancelled around the region as a result of the safety procedures that were implemented by Antigua\'s airport authorities last year.



In December, air traffic controllers introduced the so-called flow control at the VC Bird Airport to regulate take-offs and landings during the busy holiday period.



The action was implemented at a time when controllers appeared to be at odds with the government, but union officials have denied any link.



LIAT officials said the cancellations between December 19 and January 5 cost the airline US$400,000.