FAA suspends U.S. flights to Haiti after gunfire strikes commercial aircraft
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a 30-day suspension of all U.S. commercial flights to Haiti after two planes were struck by gunfire near Port-au-Prince. The decision underscores mounting concerns over security and escalating violence in Haiti.
Gunfire strikes Spirit Airlines plane over Haiti, highlighting security concerns
A Spirit Airlines flight attempting to land in Port-au-Prince was hit by gunfire on Monday, prompting an emergency diversion to the Dominican Republic. This incident underscores the severe security challenges in Haiti’s capital as ongoing gang violence continues to impact critical infrastructure and international travel.