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Gusty Crosswinds Blamed in Deadly Bangor Plane Crash

The National Transportation Safety Board's preliminary report on the first fatal crash at Bangor International Airport notes gusty winds up to 19 knots and ongoing investigation.

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The plane bounced on landing, veered off course, struck airport lighting equipment, and then crashed into a nearby field.

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Gusty crosswinds blamed in deadly Bangor plane crash

The plane bounced on landing, veered off course, struck airport lighting equipment, and then crashed into a nearby field.

·Portland, United States
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Federal report describes what happened in fatal Bangor plane crash

The pilot appeared to try correcting himself before striking the ground, according to a preliminary report released Tuesday.

·Bangor, United States
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Plane that crashed at Bangor International Airport bounced off runway before striking fence

Tuesday's preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board does not point to a specific cause for the first fatal plane crash ever reported at the airport.

·Lewiston, United States
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Portland Press Herald broke the news in Portland, United States on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
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