A private jet crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday, leaving six people feared dead.
The aircraft, a Bombardier Challenger 600, went down on Sunday evening as a snowstorm moved across the region. Officials at the airport confirmed that everyone on the jet is presumed dead and that no survivors were hospitalized.
Earlier information released by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had suggested there were seven fatalities and one critically injured person. However, authorities later clarified that the jet was carrying six people in total.
According to updated FAA details, the aircraft was carrying two crew members and four passengers. The agency said the jet crashed shortly after takeoff, and investigators have not yet determined the cause.
Bangor airport officials said the crash occurred at approximately 7:45 p.m. local time. The aircraft reportedly came to rest upside down and caught fire after impact.
Officials are withholding the names of those on board until they complete formal identification and notify the families.
Heavy snow was falling at the airport, and visibility was poor at the time of the crash. The crash took place as a powerful winter storm swept across a wide portion of the United States.
Public records show that a law firm based in Houston, Texas, registered the aircraft.
Federal investigators are now examining the incident to determine the cause of the crash. The FAA said the investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
The winter storm responsible for the conditions in Maine has caused widespread disruption across the country. Large areas experienced power outages, and thousands of flights experienced cancellations or delays.
Meteorologists have warned that snowfall totals in parts of Maine, including the Bangor area, could reach up to 16 inches by Tuesday morning, potentially worsening travel conditions.
