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News in English (USA) / 11.11.2024 / 21:00

Spirit Airlines Flight Hit by Gunfire, Leading to Cancellations in Haiti

A Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale was shot at while attempting to land in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, resulting in a wounded flight attendant and significant damage to the aircraft. The crew was forced to divert the flight to the Dominican Republic due to the gunfire incident. Following this alarming event, several airlines have announced the suspension of flights to Haiti as gang violence in the capital escalates. The U.S. embassy has reported that the main airport in Haiti has shut down amid this surge in violence, raising concerns over the safety of travelers and airline operations in the region.
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