Flights to Haiti Canceled After Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Planes Hit by Suspected Gunfire

The main airport in Port-au-Prince is temporarily closed to air traffic. The country is embroiled in political unrest.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

Several airlines suspend flights to Haiti after JetBlue and Spirit planes hit by gunfire

A number of airlines have suspended flights to Haiti after a Spirit Airlines plane and a JetBlue plane were hit by gunfire amid escalating gang violence in the Caribbean nation. CBS News senior ...

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

U.S. airlines cancel flights to Haiti after plane is hit by gunfire

U.S. airlines canceled flights into and out of Haiti after a Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale was hit by gunfire as it approached the airport in Port-au-Prince. The plane was rerouted to ...

Spirit Airlines and JetBlue planes struck by gunfire in Haiti

Flights into and out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were suspended after a Spirit Airlines plane was struck by gunfire while attempting to land there.

Spirit Airlines flight attendant injured after plane to Haiti struck by gunfire

A Spirit Airlines flight to Haiti was hit by gunfire on Monday, injuring a flight attendant, as the State Department warned of "gang-led efforts" to stop travel to the country.

Airlines halt flights to Haiti after plane hit by gunfire

Spirit Airlines flight heading from Florida to Port-au-Prince diverted to Dominican Republic after flight attendant was grazed by bullet, amid broader violence in Haiti’s capital. Haiti’s ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Airlines suspend Haiti flights after plane hit by gunfire

It is the second time in weeks an aircraft has come under fire over Port-au-Prince, as gang violence worsens.

Airlines pausing flights to Haiti after planes hit by gunfire

JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines have paused flights to Haiti after two planes were struck by bullets amid escalating gang violence in the country. JetBlue cited the “ongoing ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines flight hit with gunfire trying to land in Haiti

A Spirit Airlines flight diverted to the Dominican Republic after it was hit by gunfire while trying to land in Haiti. One flight attendant was injured by flying debris, according to their union. ...

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines flight attendant hurt after plane struck by gunfire

A Spirit Airlines flight from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, was hit by gunfire as it was landing in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. One flight attendant was hurt and the flight diverted to the Dominican Republic.

U.S. halts flights to Haiti after 3 planes hit by gunfire

U.S. airlines are barred from flying to Haiti for a month after 3 American carriers' planes are hit by gunfire amid relentless gang violence in the Caribbean nation.

FAA bans U.S.-Haiti flights for 30 days after flights struck by gunfire

A Spirit Airlines plane was struck by gunfire as it was trying to land at Port-au-Prince airport.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Spirit Airlines flight from Florida hit by gunfire while trying to land in Haiti

A Spirit Airlines flight from Florida was damaged by gunfire en route to Haiti and diverted to the neighboring country of the Dominican Republic, the airline said.

US bans Haiti flights for 30 days after Spirit jet hit by hail of gunfire

Move by US authorities comes after plane was shot at on Monday, injuring attendant and forcing airport shutdown. The US Federal Aviation Administration has banned civilian flights into Haiti for 30 ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

US airline temporarily suspends flights to Haiti's capital after UN helicopter hit by gunfire

At least one U.S. airline has temporarily canceled flights to Haiti’s capital after gang members opened fire and hit a U.N. helicopter flying near the country’s main airport

World - ABC News - October 25

Spirit Airlines flight hit by gunfire in Port-au-Prince

A Spirit Airlines flight was hit by gunfire in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The flight was headed to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and was diverted when it was hit. The airline said Flight 951 landed safely in ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

US bans flights to Haiti after three planes struck by gunfire

Violence escalates as new interim prime minister is sworn in

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Haiti's main airport shut down after planes hit by gunfire

Flights were suspended at Haiti's main international airport after a Spirit Airlines flight was hit by gunfire while trying to land in the capital of Port-au-Prince and then a bullet hole was found ...

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines Plane Shot at in Haiti and Forced to Divert

A day after the prime minister of Haiti was fired, the airport in Port-au-Prince was closed because of the attack on the aircraft. A JetBlue plane was also struck.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

FAA bans U.S.-Haiti flights over gang violence, gunfire hitting planes

The Federal Aviation Administration temporarily banned U.S.-Haiti flights for 30 days after planes coming from Florida and New York were struck by gunfire in Port-au-Prince. Christopher ...

Third plane hit by gunfire in Haiti; FBI investigating

A third plane was hit by gunfire in Haiti amid a surge in gang violence. The FAA banned flights to the country for a month following the incidents, which are being investigated by the FBI. CBS News ...

FAA bans US flights to Haiti for 30 days after planes struck by gunfire

Flights into and out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were suspended by Spirit and JetBlue after planes were struck by gunfire.

US prohibits airlines from flying to Haiti and UN suspends flights after planes were shot by gangs

The Federal Aviation Administration is prohibiting U.S. airlines from flying to Haiti for 30 days after gangs shot two planes

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Haiti's largest airport temporarily shuts down after at least two planes hit by gunfire

At least two U.S.-based flights have been hit by gunfire in Haiti, temporarily shutting down the country's largest airport. First, a Spirit Airlines flight was hit while landing in Port-au-Prince. ...

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

Trump's Cabinet picks and flights hit by gunfire in Haiti: Morning Rundown

Marco Rubio, Elise Stefanik, Lee Zeldin, Stephen Miller, Mike Waltz, Ruben Gallego, Kari Lake, Arizona senate results, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines

U.S. airlines halt travel to Haiti after shots fired at planes

Major U.S. airlines have canceled trips to Haiti after two planes coming from Fort Lauderdale and New York were shot at. CBS News Miami's Tania Francois reports.

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

Eye Opener: Two U.S. flights over Haiti's main airport hit by gunfire with passengers on board

Two U.S. flights are hit by gunfire over Haiti's main airport with passengers onboard amid political unrest and violence. Also, President-elect Donald Trump continues to fill his Cabinet. All that ...

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines stock jumps 15% after struggling budget carrier said it will sell planes, cut jobs

Spirit Airlines shares rose after the struggling carrier said it will cut jobs and sell planes.

Business - CNBC - October 25

Airlines now required to provide automatic refunds for canceled, significantly delayed flights

U.S. airlines are now required to give passengers an automatic refund for canceled or significantly delayed flights and for services that were paid for but not provided, like Wi-Fi or ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

Gang Gunfire in Haiti Hits U.S. Embassy Vehicles and U.N. Helicopter

The attacks this week point to an escalation of violence as the situation worsens and gangs overwhelm security forces, including a multinational force.

World - The New York Times - October 25

US flights to Haiti halted for month after attacks

America's aviation regulator suspends US flights to the country after three gun attacks on planes.

US Airlines Have New Rules on Refunds for Canceled Flights. Here’s What to Know

The way airlines refund or compensate you for flight delays and cancellations has changed. So have policies on misplaced luggage and fees for in-flight Wi-Fi that doesn't work.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

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