A tragic accident occurred when a small passenger plane crashed near Roatán Island, resulting in multiple fatalities and ongoing recovery efforts.
Small Plane Crash off Roatán Island Claims 12 Lives
Small Plane Crash off Roatán Island Claims 12 Lives
Tragedy strikes as a passenger plane crashes shortly after takeoff in Honduras, leaving survivors to cope with loss.
On the evening of March 17, 2025, a small passenger aircraft tragically crashed shortly after departing from Roatán Island, a popular travel destination in the Caribbean. The flight, which was headed for La Ceiba on Honduras' northern coast, involved a Jetstream 32 aircraft carrying a total of 17 individuals, including 15 passengers and two crew members.
Initial reports from the Honduran national police indicate that the calamitous incident resulted in 12 confirmed fatalities, while five survivors managed to escape with their lives. Efforts are being made to locate the body of one victim who remains unaccounted for, as search and rescue operations are ongoing at the crash site.
The civil aeronautics agency has yet to determine the cause of the crash, with an investigation already underway to uncover the circumstances leading up to this disaster. Roatán Island, situated approximately 35 miles from the mainland, is renowned for its beautiful diving spots and coral reefs, attracting tourists from around the world.
The entire nation mourns the loss of those who perished in this tragic event, while the focus remains on providing support and assistance for the survivors and the families affected by this disaster.
Initial reports from the Honduran national police indicate that the calamitous incident resulted in 12 confirmed fatalities, while five survivors managed to escape with their lives. Efforts are being made to locate the body of one victim who remains unaccounted for, as search and rescue operations are ongoing at the crash site.
The civil aeronautics agency has yet to determine the cause of the crash, with an investigation already underway to uncover the circumstances leading up to this disaster. Roatán Island, situated approximately 35 miles from the mainland, is renowned for its beautiful diving spots and coral reefs, attracting tourists from around the world.
The entire nation mourns the loss of those who perished in this tragic event, while the focus remains on providing support and assistance for the survivors and the families affected by this disaster.
