Incident Overview
An aircraft operating an international flight from the Dominican Republic without a filed flight plan crashed into a mountain approximately 30 kilometers from Jérémie, Haiti. The twin-engine aircraft was cruising in the region when it struck the terrain. Both occupants were killed in the accident.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft was destroyed by impact forces and a subsequent post-crash fire.
Ownership and Operation
According to Dominican authorities, the aircraft was owned by a businessman who had leased it to a couple from Honduras. Authorities stated that the couple was "certainly performing an illegal flight."
Investigation
The investigation is being conducted by relevant authorities. No additional details have been released regarding the specific aircraft type, registration, or other factors.