American Airlines has made the difficult decision to halt its daily flights between Miami and Port-au-Prince, Haiti, indefinitely, citing escalating safety concerns. The news was confirmed on December 9, 2024, with the airline specifying that the suspension will remain in effect until late 2025. Initially intended to last until February 12, 2024, American's flights to Port-au-Prince’s Toussaint Louverture International Airport were extended due to ongoing security issues.

Expressing their commitment to Haiti, an American Airlines spokesperson shared, "We are proud of our more than 50-year history in Haiti and will continue to monitor the situation closely, taking into consideration safety, security, and customer demand as we assess the possibility of resuming service." The airline assured affected passengers that they would receive full refunds for their disrupted travel plans.

In response to concerning incidents involving US carriers, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposed restrictions on American airlines and commercial operators, prohibiting flights at altitudes up to 10,000 feet across Haiti's airspace. This decision came after reports of gunfire targeting aircraft, including those operated by Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue Airways.

While the FAA has since lifted some restrictions and permitted flights to certain airports in Haiti, including the easing of bans on six destinations, restrictions on flights to Port-au-Prince remain in place until at least December 12, 2024. The US Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to advise against travel to Haiti, citing ongoing violence in the region.

"Given the persistent security threats in and around Port-au-Prince, we regret to inform that regular visa appointments and American Citizen Services have been suspended until further notice," officials at the US Embassy stated. Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving situation as safety remains a top priority for all travelers.