Aviator Malcolm Chan-a-Sue has passed away at the age of 82, according to the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
In its Facebook page, the GCAA said today: “Another sad day for the aviation fraternity in Guyana. Another local hero is now flying with the angels. Farewell Captain Malcolm Chan A Sue, A.A. may God grant you eternal rest. Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Captain Malcolm Chan A Sue”.
On October 30th Chan-a-Sue and his wife Margaret were involved in an accident at High and Barrack streets, Kingston. They both had to be hospitalized.
Chan-a-Sue was the founder of the Art Williams and Harry Wendt Aeronautical Engineering School.
In a statement today, the PNCR expressed condolences and said that Chan-a-Sue was the former Chief Pilot of Guyana Airways Corporation (GAC); Executive Director of Aircraft Owners Association; and Chief Executive Officer of the Art Williams/Harry Wendt Aeronautical Engineering School. During his time at the GAC, it said that he trained many persons who went on to become experienced pilots, both locally and internationally.
The party said that Chan-a-Sue, who was also a recipient of the National Award, the Medal of Service, also received the Arrow of Achievement in 2015 for his long, dedicated service and outstanding service in the field of aviation.
