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Bangor Private Jet Crashes During Snowstorm, Investigation Underway

PUBLISHED Jan 25, 2026, 10:19 PM ET

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Bangor Private Jet Crashes During Snowstorm, Investigation Underway

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BANGOR, Maine — A Bombardier Challenger business jet carrying eight people crashed during takeoff Sunday night at Bangor International Airport, federal authorities and airport officials said. The Federal Aviation Administration reported the accident occurred about 7:45 p.m.; the National Transportation Safety Board joined the investigation. Flight records show tail number N10KJ registered to a Houston limited-liability company. Air traffic control audio captured a controller saying, “aircraft upside down.” The airport closed while emergency crews responded amid a winter storm with snowfall and low visibility. The FAA’s notification indicated seven fatalities and one injured. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Adyan K. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Aircraft arrived in Bangor after departing Houston earlier on Sunday.
Around 7:45 p.m. ET Sunday, the Bombardier Challenger attempted takeoff and crashed.
Air traffic control audio documented controllers saying the aircraft was upside down.
Emergency crews responded, and the airport closed while responders worked the scene.
FAA issued notification reporting casualties and the NTSB joined the investigation Monday.

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Articles Published:: 11
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Who Benefited

Investigative agencies, aviation safety researchers, and regulators benefited from incident data and recovered evidence that can inform safety recommendations and potential procedural or design changes.

Who Impacted

Passengers and crew suffered fatal and serious injuries, while their families, airport personnel, and local travelers experienced immediate harm, disruption, and emotional impact.