A small plane plunged into the Caribbean Sea, killing at least twelve people, including US citizens.
Civil aviation official Carlos Padilla explained the plane “made a sharp turn to the right of the runway and fell into the water” moments after taking off and crashing off the coast of Roatan Island.
A fishermen who witnessed the crash said he avoided being struck by the plane as it feel into the sea.
Rescue crews searched the waters, with one body left to recover.
According to the country’s transport ministry, there were 14 passengers on board, including members of the crew.
Among those who lost their lives was Honduran musician and politician, Aurelio Martínez.