15 Dec 2021 | 11:59 PM UTC
Dominican Republic: Private plane crashes at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) Dec. 15, prompting temporary suspension of flight operations
Private plane crashes at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ), near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Dec. 15, suspending flights.
Event
Authorities have temporarily suspended flight operations at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ), near Santo Domingo, Dec. 15 after a private plane crashed on approach, killing nine people aboard. Emergency responders have deployed to the scene of the crash. Officials did not immediately confirm when flight operations would resume.
Flight disruptions are likely at SDQ over the coming hours, including after flights resume as airport authorities work to clear backlogs. Ground transport disruptions are also likely around the airport until the emergency response concludes.
Advice
Confirm flight reservations if scheduled to travel via SDQ Dec. 15-16. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
