In a landmark achievement for Antigua and Barbuda, Rex Daly, Operations Manager at the Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority (ABAA), has become the first Antiguan to complete the Airport Management Professional Accreditation Programme (AMPAP), earning the esteemed International Airport Professional (IAP) designation. Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation, and Investment, the Hon. H. Charles Fernandez, personally congratulated Mr. Daly during a special meeting on October 13, 2025. Notably, Mr. Daly accomplished this feat in just nine months, a remarkable deviation from the typical three-year duration of the programme. Minister Fernandez highlighted that Mr. Daly’s success exemplifies dedication, discipline, and a passion for aviation, underscoring the importance of human resource development in national progress. Mr. Daly expressed his gratitude to the ABAA for their support and to the Global ACI-ICAO AMPAP for providing a transformative learning experience. He also revealed his plans to pursue the Airport Safety Professional (ASP) certification by 2026, aiming to become the first Antiguan to achieve this globally recognized distinction. Permanent Secretary Sean Cenac joined in celebrating Mr. Daly’s achievement, calling it a proud moment for the nation’s aviation sector.
Minister Fernandez Congratulates ABAA’s Operations Manager on International Achievement
