# Global aviation squeeze - Jamaica Observer

> Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) Deputy Director of Tourism for the Americas Philip Rose says Jamaica needs more airline seats to meet strong demand as carriers face aircraft shortages and higher fuel costs amid the impact of the war in the Middle East.

- Published: 2026-09-17T19:54:59.656Z
- Updated: 2026-09-17T19:54:59.656Z
- 1 source
- Topics: Politics
- Involves: Jamaica Tourist Board, Jamaica’s tourism industry, Ocho Rios, Philip Rose

## How it developed

- 2026-09-17T19:54:59.656Z - Jamaica Observer: [Global aviation squeeze - Jamaica Observer](https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/09/16/global-aviation-squeeze/)

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