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Private Jet Crashes in Maine During Takeoff, Eight Aboard

Published January 26, 2026, 06:25
Private Jet Crashes in Maine During Takeoff, Eight Aboard

A private jet crashed during takeoff from Bangor Airport in Maine, USA, resulting in a large fire. The aircraft was carrying eight people, whose fate remains unknown. The airport has been closed for safety reasons, and rescue crews are at the scene. The aircraft, a Bombardier Challenger 650, was owned by a company based in Houston. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will investigate the cause of the accident. The accident occurred during a severe snowstorm affecting the northeastern United States, with temperatures below freezing and limited visibility.