Six People Killed In Plane Crash

Brian Teepell/USPA 24 News - A chaotic 24-hour period has unfolded in the Bangor area. Teams of emergency responders, airport officials, and national and federal investigators have been stationed at or are traveling to the Bangor International Airport. This following a devastating crash that took place Sunday night, during a major winter storm. Information is starting to surface about the events that occurred at 7:45 Sunday evening.

According to the FAA's initial report, a Bombardier CL-600-2B16 with registration number N10KJ crashed on the runway, moments after attempting to depart from runway 33 at Bangor International Airport.

Bangor Police Sgt. Jeremy Brock, Public Information Officer with the Department, released a press statement on Monday afternoon clarifying that contrary to initial reports of 7 people onboard and a surviving crew member, the numbers have been revised. It is currently believed that six people were onboard, with all individuals involved in the Bangor International Airport plane crash presumed deceased.

In the event of an incident like this, various state and federal agencies and assets must collaborate on their respective parts of the investigation. With a multitude of stakeholders involved, it is essential that we withhold information until all parties have finalized their work and can confirm the accuracy of the information being released.

The Bombardier Challenger 600 business jet involved was registered to a Houston-based LLC. The jet had arrived from Houston, Texas, earlier that evening and was departing after a brief stop for refueling and deicing. It had been cleared for a trans-Atlantic flight to Paris-Vatry Airport in France for a business-related journey.

The first 3 victims have been identified as Jacob Hosmer, the captain of the flight. Tara Arnold, a high profile Houston lawyer, along with event planner Shawna Collins.

The aircraft reportedly departed the runway during takeoff, followed by a post-impact fire. Tracking data indicated a last recorded ground speed of approximately 151 knots. Initial reports suggest the aircraft came to rest inverted.

Emergency services responded immediately. The cause of the accident remains unknown, and an investigation is expected to be conducted by the relevant authorities.