Plane from the USA is hit by gunfire while flying over the capital of Haiti

Last Monday (11), a Spirit Airlines plane flying between Fort Lauderdale, Florida (USA), and Port-au-Prince, capital of Haiti, was shot at while flying over the area near Toussaint Louverture airport. The incident, which caused great concern among passengers and crew, reflects the serious situation of insecurity in the Caribbean country.

Incident details

The flight, which departed from the United States bound for Haiti, was in its final approach to landing when it was hit by gunfire from the ground. The plane, an Airbus A320, was carrying passengers and crew, and a flight attendant was hit. The impact of the shots was felt on the aircraft's fuselage, but fortunately it did not compromise the safety of the landing, which occurred without any major problems.

_{Spirit Airlines plane hit by gunfire (Photo: reproduction/X/ @fl360aero/ L' oeil mondial)}

As soon as it landed, the aircraft was inspected to assess the damage and determine the necessary measures. The passengers were safely removed, the company Spirit Airlines highlighted its commitment to the safety and peace of mind of its customers and employees. The Haitian government said it was investigating the incident and promised to step up measures to protect critical areas such as Port-au-Prince airport.

Security crisis in Haiti

Haiti is facing a wave of violence caused by the actions of armed groups that have taken control of several areas of the country. In Port-au-Prince, the situation is especially worrying, with constant reports of clashes between gangs and attacks on civilians. This escalation of violence also puts the security of essential facilities at risk, such as the international airport, which has been a constant target of armed criminals.

This situation has led airlines and governments to reevaluate the safety of flights to the country. In several cases, there was a need to temporarily suspend flights to avoid risks to passengers and company employees. International organizations have asked the Haitian authorities for an effective response, but, to date, the situation remains critical and without a solution.are not visible.

Featured photo: a Spirit Airlines Airbus (Reproduction/Kevin Carter /Getty Images Embed)