MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica – The Ground Staff of Air Jamaica in Montego Bay, Jamaica expresses condolences to the family of Captain Russell Capleton.
On behalf of the Ground Staff in Montego Bay, Jamaica please accept our very sincere condolences on the passing of Captain Russell Capleton.
Kindly express to his family that the Ground Staff are fully cognizant of his deep care, for in the latter part of last year he asked, ” …What are the staff in Montego Bay going to do?… Do you know if they have contingency plans or what is their thinking at this time?” The answer was, “No, they are wholly depending on JALPA to acquire Air Jamaica as there are no jobs out there and all they know is Air Jamaica.” So lied in part, Russell’s commitment to acquire Air Jamaica from the Government and/or the evolution of the Plan B to have JALPA starts its own airline to benefit the people of Jamaica.
This sacrifice of self by working in thought and action, coming off flights to have late meetings and device plans in a bid to acquire Air Jamaica meant that Captain Russell Capleton gave his all and ultimately paid with his life.
We can only express thanks to such a giving man who not only believes in the abilities of his fellow pilots to spearhead an airline but also believes in the rest of his Air Jamaica family.
Captain Russell Capleton
May the soul of Captain Russell Capleton rest in peace, knowing that he fought long and hard and that he will always be known for his true love and care.
Sincerely,
Sandra Christie on behalf of the Ground Staff of Montego Bay
