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Private jet carrying 8 people crashes at Bangor, Maine, airport, CNN says
Emergency crews responded to the crash of a Bombardier Challenger 650 with 8 onboard amid a winter storm; FAA and NTSB investigation underway with preliminary report expected Monday.
- On Sunday night, a private jet carrying eight people crashed after takeoff from Bangor International Airport, CNN reported based on preliminary information.
- Amid a massive Northeast snowstorm, Maine faced very low visibility and well-below-freezing temperatures during the crash, CNN reported.
- The jet was identified as a Bombardier Challenger 650 business jet, and responders arrived around 7:45 p.m. ET; sources told CNN the extent of injuries is unknown.
- Closure and a coordinated law-enforcement response followed the crash, with officials urging the public to avoid the area as Maine State Police assist Bangor police and Bangor International Airport remains closed for investigation.
- This remains a developing situation with preliminary information provided by sources briefed on the incident, and article updates will follow as information is confirmed.
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