US extends ban on flights to Haiti's capital as gang violence surges

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has officially extended its prohibition on all U.S. flights to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, through March. This regulatory action is a direct response to the ongoing surge in gang-related violence within the capital city, which continues to pose significant safety risks to aviation operations.

The extension maintains the current travel restrictions intended to protect U.S. carriers and passengers from the volatile security environment in Haiti. The decision reflects the persistent instability in the region as authorities manage the escalating threat posed by armed groups.