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Private jet carrying 8 people crashes at Bangor, Maine, airport, CNN says
The crash involved eight people on board and occurred amid a severe winter storm causing heavy snow and low visibility; FAA and NTSB investigations are ongoing.
- 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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Plane with 8 aboard crashes at Bangor, Maine airport after taking off in storm
A private aircraft carrying eight people crashed on takeoff Sunday night at Maine's Bangor International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said. There was no word on the fate of those on board.
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Winter storm in US: Private jet carrying 8 passengers crashes during takeoff
A private Bombardier Challenger 600 jet crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday night, carrying eight people. The incident occurred amid a severe winter storm battering the eastern United States, disrupting air travel nationwide. Federal authorities, including ...
Passengers' fate unknown - Bangor Airport closed - Authorities' investigation underway
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