FAA extends Haiti flight ban to September 2026 citing gang threats
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially extended its prohibition on commercial flights to Port-au-Prince through September 3, 2026. The decision follows a recent security review confirming that armed gang coalitions, which now control approximately 90% of the capital, continue to target low-flying aircraft with small arms and specialized drone systems. The ongoing flight ban severely hampers the delivery of humanitarian aid and the full deployment of the UN-authorized Gang Suppression Force intended to stabilize the region.