A small passenger plane crashed into the sea shortly after taking off from Roat\u00e1n Island,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Honduras, killing multiple people and prompting a major emergency response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Witnesses said the aircraft appeared to struggle moments after liftoff before plunging into the water near the shoreline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Honduras\u2019 transport ministry confirmed the Lanhsa Airlines flight was carrying 14 passengers and<\/p>\n\n\n\n
three crew members on its way to La Ceiba on the mainland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Officials later confirmed several fatalities,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
noting that those on board included two children, a French citizen, and a U.S. national.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Among the victims was Aurelio Mart\u00ednez,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
an internationally known Garifuna musician recognized for sharing his community\u2019s cultural traditions worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His death has sparked widespread tributes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recovery efforts are ongoing as investigators review weather conditions,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
aircraft maintenance, and pilot communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Honduran aviation authorities have pledged a full investigation while officials provide support to grieving families.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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