Plane Crashes into Another, Killing 1, Injuring Several Others at Scottsdale Airport
What Happened:
A plane veered off the runway after landing at Scottsdale Airport on Monday and crashed into another plane, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says.
The Accident:
The airport posted to X around 2:50 p.m. on February 10, saying an "accident occurred upon arrival to runway 21." The FAA detailed what happened, saying, "A Learjet 35A veered off the runway after landing and crashed into a Gulfstream 200 business jet on the ramp at Scottsdale Municipal Airport in Arizona around 2:45 p.m. local time Monday, February 10."
The Learjet, coming from Austin, Texas, experienced a left main gear failure upon landing, causing it to hit the parked Gulfstream.
Plane Crash Victims:
The Scottsdale Fire Department says five people were injured in the crash. On the Learjet, one unidentified person died, two are in critical condition, and another person has non-life-threatening injuries. The fifth victim was in the parked Gulfstream and did not want medical treatment.
Mötley Crüe’s Vince Neil Owns Plane Involved in Scottsdale Crash
The Learjet is owned by Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil. He was not on the plane when it crashed.
Latest on Scottsdale Airport Plane Crash: 1 Killed, Others Hurt
Plane Crash Victims:
- One person died
- Two are in critical condition
- One person has non-life-threatening injuries
- One person in the parked Gulfstream did not want medical treatment
What We Know:
- The airport was shut down for about six hours but has reopened
- The NTSB is investigating the crash
What We Don’t Know:
- The name of the person who died in the crash
What They’re Saying:
- Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky: "Today, Scottsdale sadly experienced an aircraft accident at our airport. Based on the information provided thus far, it appears at least one person is dead after two jets collided on the runway at Scottsdale Airport. The accident happened just before 3 p.m. when a Learjet 35A veered off the runway after landing, according to information provided by the Federal Aviation Administration. Currently the airport is closed. We are closely monitoring the situation, and we are in touch with airport, police and federal agencies and will update the community as we have further information. On behalf of the city of Scottsdale, we offer our deepest condolences to those involved in the accident and for those who have been taken to our trauma center for treatment. We will keep all affected by this tragedy in our prayers. I would also like to thank our first responder community for their quick action and service in this situation."
- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes: "I’m devastated to hear that a fatal plane crash has occurred at Scottsdale Airport. My thoughts are with the victims of this terrible accident and their loved ones."
What’s Next:
- The NTSB is investigating the crash.
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Map of Where the Airport is Located:
Scottsdale Airport is located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
FAQs:
Q: What happened in the plane crash?
A: A plane veered off the runway after landing and crashed into another plane at Scottsdale Airport.
Q: How many people were injured in the crash?
A: Five people were injured, including one person who died.
Q: Who owns the plane involved in the crash?
A: Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil owns the plane.
Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: The NTSB is investigating the crash.
Q: What is the current condition of those injured?
A: One person died, two are in critical condition, and one person has non-life-threatening injuries.
