At least 6 dead after private plane crashes in Maine as US hit by winter storm

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by AgenciesJanuary 26, 2026 at 10:29 PM

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A private plane crash at Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday evening resulted in at least six fatalities. The Bombardier Challenger 650 jet crashed during takeoff around 7:45 PM local time. While initial reports varied, the flight manifest indicated six people were on board, all presumed dead. The FAA's preliminary report mentioned eight people, with seven fatalities and one serious injury. Local and federal agencies, led by the National Transportation Safety Board, are investigating the cause of the crash, and further information is pending their investigation.

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Maine

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