The FAA imposed the flight ban after three commercial flights, including a Spirit Airlines aircraft attempting to land in Port-au-Prince, were targeted by gunfire. This incident led the Spirit flight to divert to the Dominican Republic for the safety of its passengers. In light of the reopening, U.S. carriers can now operate flights to the airports in Port-de-Paix, Cap-Haïtien, Pignon, Jeremie, Antoine-Simon, and Jacmel until the FAA’s restriction on the capital remains effective through December 12.
Haiti's social and political landscape has been in disarray since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, leading to widespread gang violence that has escalated significantly over the past year. Gangs now control a substantial portion of the capital, undermining law enforcement and contributing to the deterioration of public safety. The United Nations estimates that up to 85 percent of Port-au-Prince is under gang influence, significantly complicating the efforts to restore order in the region.
In summary, while some airports in northern Haiti have reopened to U.S. flights, the situation remains dire in the capital, where security risks continue to pose significant challenges for airlines and humanitarian operations alike.
Haiti's social and political landscape has been in disarray since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, leading to widespread gang violence that has escalated significantly over the past year. Gangs now control a substantial portion of the capital, undermining law enforcement and contributing to the deterioration of public safety. The United Nations estimates that up to 85 percent of Port-au-Prince is under gang influence, significantly complicating the efforts to restore order in the region.
In summary, while some airports in northern Haiti have reopened to U.S. flights, the situation remains dire in the capital, where security risks continue to pose significant challenges for airlines and humanitarian operations alike.
