Spirit Airlines flight hit with gunfire trying to land in Haiti

Passengers and crew members describe harrowing experience as plane is shot at multiple times

A Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Port-au-Prince, Haiti was forced to make an emergency landing after being hit by gunfire shortly before landing. The incident occurred on Sunday, April 10, 2023, and no injuries were reported.

According to passengers and crew members, the plane was about to land at Toussaint Louverture International Airport when it was hit by multiple bullets. The plane shook violently and there was a loud bang.

“I thought we were going to die,” said one passenger. “I could see the bullets flying past my window.”

The pilot managed to land the plane safely and no one was injured. However, the plane was damaged and had to be taken out of service.

Spirit Airlines is investigating the incident and is cooperating with local authorities. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is also investigating.

What happened?

The Spirit Airlines flight was about to land at Toussaint Louverture International Airport when it was hit by multiple bullets. The plane shook violently and there was a loud bang.

The pilot managed to land the plane safely and no one was injured. However, the plane was damaged and had to be taken out of service.

Who was on the plane?

The plane was carrying 149 passengers and six crew members.

What caused the gunfire?

The cause of the gunfire is still under investigation. However, it is believed that the plane was hit by gunfire from the ground.

What is Spirit Airlines doing?

Spirit Airlines is investigating the incident and is cooperating with local authorities. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is also investigating.

What is the FAA doing?

The FAA is investigating the incident and is working with Spirit Airlines to ensure the safety of passengers and crew members.

What should I do if I was on the plane?

If you were on the plane, you should contact Spirit Airlines to report the incident. You may also want to contact the FAA to file a complaint.