American Airlines resumes Haiti service with all-Haitian crew, marking 100th regional destination
Daily nonstop Miami–Cap-Haitien flights launch in the carrier's centennial year, operated by a Creole-speaking crew.
MIAMI — American Airlines has launched daily nonstop service between Miami (MIA) and Cap-Haitien (CAP), restoring its presence in Haiti and marking Cap-Haitien as the 100th destination in its Caribbean and Latin America network, the airline announced. The milestone comes during American's centennial year in 2026. The new route operates daily with Boeing 737 aircraft, offering more than 90 connections across the United States through the airline's Miami hub. The inaugural flight was operated by an all-Haitian, Creole-speaking flight crew led by Captain Oliver Jean, according to American. The airline identified crew members including Birline Vernet, Patrick Casimir, Daphnee Ferdinand, Stricker Dilhomme and Naromie Moussignac. "The connection between the United States and Haiti is incredibly meaningful, which is especially true in South Florida," said Juan Carlos Liscano, American's Senior Vice President of MIA Operations, noting the carrier will operate its largest-ever Miami schedule this winter. José A. Freig, Vice President of International Operations, said reaching 100 destinations in the region reflects the airline's history and footprint. American described Miami as its most internationally connected hub, operating more than 410 peak daily flights to over 170 destinations, according to news.aa.com and the Miami Herald.