IBC Airways Plane Skids Off Runway in Les Cayes, Haiti

An IBC Airways plane skidded off the runway Friday, March 20, 2026, while landing at Antoine Simon International Airport in Les Cayes, Haiti, amid heavy rains. The incident occurred as the aircraft was arriving from Miami, carrying approximately 10 passengers.

Braking Issues on Flooded Runway

According to airport and company officials, the aircraft experienced braking difficulties upon landing due to a flooded runway [1]. The plane came to a stop in the airport’s safety zone, with its nose extending toward National Road 7, just outside the perimeter fence.

No Injuries Reported

Despite the incident, no injuries or fatalities were reported. Passengers were shaken but safe [1]. Initial reports indicated concerns about a motorcyclist potentially being affected, but these were not officially confirmed [2].

Flight Circumstances

The crew reported being forced to circle the airport multiple times before attempting to land due to heavy rain and low visibility [1]. The plane touched down midway along the runway, reducing the available braking distance. The pilot struggled to stabilize the approach before the aircraft veered off course and struck part of the airport fence [1].

Impact and Ongoing Concerns

Four other aircraft were on the apron at the time of the incident but were not affected [1]. The incident occurred while Haiti’s southern region was under a yellow weather alert due to forecasts of heavy rainfall. This event underscores broader concerns about air travel safety in Haiti, particularly regarding infrastructure limitations and weather-related vulnerabilities [1]. The aircraft involved is registered as N27IBC [2] or NB27 IBC [3].

Resumption of Operations

IBC Airways and AAN have recently reached an agreement to resume operations at Antoine Simon Airport in Les Cayes, potentially opening new opportunities for trade and travel in southern Haiti .