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Low-Flying Plane Incites Panic in Havana Neighborhoods

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 by Edward Lopez

Low-Flying Plane Incites Panic in Havana Neighborhoods
Airplane - Image by © Facebook/Yoamnia Cortiña

A low-flying plane sparked panic on Wednesday in several neighborhoods of Havana, according to social media posts. In the Facebook group “DE TODO UN POCO SOLO EN GUANABACOA,” user Yoamnia Cortiña shared images of the aircraft, accompanied by the questions: “Was this the plane that flew very low just a few minutes ago? With the landing gear down???”

The young woman explained that the plane had flown at a very low altitude over the Bahía area, a district in the Habana del Este municipality. Similarly, Yiselis Ge posted: “Did anyone see the plane that passed by?” These posts have garnered dozens of comments, including unofficial information suggesting that it was a Cubana de Aviación aircraft or that it was unable to land at one of the existing airports in the capital due to the storm.

The incident caused significant alarm in various parts of the city, but the reasons behind such a maneuver remain unknown.

Understanding the Low-Flying Plane Incident in Havana

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding the low-flying plane incident in Havana.

What caused the plane to fly at such a low altitude?

The exact cause of the low-altitude flight is currently unknown. Some speculate it was due to a storm that may have prevented the plane from landing at the designated airports.

Which airline operated the low-flying plane?

Unofficial reports suggest that the plane belonged to Cubana de Aviación, but this has not been confirmed.

Were there any immediate risks to the residents of Havana?

While the low-flying plane caused significant alarm, there have been no reports of immediate danger or injuries to the residents.

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