Precision in Aircraft Servicing
The core expertise of Ground Handling is the fast and efficient servicing of aircraft. Complex supply chain processes and skilled specialists, supported by a range of special equipment and systems, ensure a high level of efficiency, reliability and precision while aircraft are on the ground. CDS operates a full fleet of ground support equipment (GSE) at Owen Roberts International Airport, maintained to the highest safety standards.
Our ramp services:
- Incoming flight servicing
- Provision of state-of-the-art handling and servicing equipment
- Loading and unloading of baggage, mail and cargo
- Toilet and water service
- Aircraft marshalling and parking
- Aircraft tow-in and push-back
- Baggage transfer
- Transportation of baggage, passengers, freight, mail, documents and courier items
- Cabin cleaning and searching
- Ground power unit (GPU) supply
Aircraft Types We Handle
CDS provides ramp services for all commercial aircraft types operating into Grand Cayman, including narrow-body jets (Boeing 737, Airbus A320 family), turboprop regional aircraft (ATR, Dash-8), wide-body aircraft on charter operations, and private/business jets of all sizes. Our ground support equipment fleet is sized to handle anything from a small turboprop to a full-sized wide-body.
Safety & Standards
All CDS ramp agents hold current airside safety and dangerous goods (DG) awareness certifications. Our operations comply with IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM) standards and Cayman Islands Civil Aviation Authority (CAACI) requirements. Regular training and equipment checks ensure the highest levels of ramp safety.
Operating Hours
Ramp services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, aligned with all scheduled and charter flight operations at Owen Roberts International Airport. Contact our operations team at +345 949 8960.
