A private business jet carrying eight people crashed during takeoff at Bangor airport in the US state of Maine. The incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. Eastern Time, leading to the temporary closure of Bangor International Airport. The aircraft involved in the crash was identified as a Bombardier Challenger 650 business jet.
Local media reported that the extent of injuries from the crash remains unknown. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation. The crash happened amidst a major snowstorm affecting the northeastern United States, with Maine experiencing freezing temperatures, light snow, and very low visibility at the time.
A massive winter storm in the US has caused widespread disruptions, including power outages affecting over a million customers. The storm has led to tens of thousands of flight cancellations and several fatalities as dangerous cold and snow swept across the South to the Northeast. States like Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia have been severely impacted by the storm, with significant power outages reported.
In Tennessee, more than 300,000 customers are without power due to ice causing damage to trees and utility poles. Nashville Electric Service has warned of potential prolonged outages as crews face hazardous conditions while working to restore power. The storm has also severely affected air travel nationwide, resulting in over 30,000 flights disrupted since Friday, with major airports experiencing operational restrictions or closures.
