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Turkey has begun analyzing the black boxes from a jet crash that killed eight people, including Libya’s military chief, in cooperation with Libyan authorities. The crash, caused by a technical malfunction, occurred after the jet took off from Ankara, and recovery efforts are complicated by the wreckage spread over a large area.
Federal investigators are examining the crash of a business jet carrying retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others, which attempted to return to a North Carolina airport after takeoff but crashed short of the runway, resulting in fatalities. The investigation focuses on the pilots, weather conditions, and the aircraft's final moments.
A business jet carrying retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others crashed near Statesville, North Carolina, shortly after takeoff while attempting to return to the airport, resulting in the deaths of all on board. Investigators are examining the wreckage and flight data to determine the cause, with questions raised about the crew's qualifications and the plane's flight behavior.
A military jet crashed into a school in Dhaka, Bangladesh, killing at least 27 people, mostly students, due to a mechanical fault shortly after takeoff. The incident is the deadliest aviation disaster in Bangladesh in decades, prompting a national day of mourning and an investigation into the cause.
A Russian Su-35 fighter jet crashed into the Black Sea off the Crimean port of Sevastopol, with footage showing the jet engulfed in flames before plunging into the water and exploding. The pilot safely ejected and was rescued, with no civilian damage reported. The cause of the crash is uncertain, with speculation ranging from technical malfunction to potential friendly fire or being shot down by Russian air defenses. The incident occurred amid ongoing tensions between Moscow and Kyiv over Crimea, which Ukraine aims to regain as part of its military campaign.
A Russian Su-35 fighter jet crashed into the Black Sea off the Crimean port of Sevastopol, with footage showing the jet engulfed in flames before plunging into the water and exploding. The pilot safely ejected and was rescued, with no civilian damage reported. The cause of the crash is uncertain, with speculation ranging from technical malfunction to potential enemy action. The incident occurs amid ongoing tensions between Moscow and Kyiv over Crimea, which Ukraine aims to regain as a key military objective.
The FAA revealed that the Bombardier Challenger 604 jet that crashed on Interstate 75 in southwest Florida struck two vehicles, leaving one person seriously injured, while the two victims who died in the crash were identified as the pilot and second in command. The three survivors, including a crew member and two passengers, are believed to have escaped from the wreck and their injuries remain unknown. The jet and its occupants were associated with the Fort Lauderdale-based company Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Charter, and the final destination of the jet was Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.
A jet crash on Interstate 75 in Collier County, Florida has resulted in two fatalities after a Bombardier Challenger 600 jet, owned by Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Jet Charter and carrying five people, crashed near Naples. The jet struck a vehicle when it crashed, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident. The pilot had reported losing both engines and was cleared for an emergency landing before the crash, which occurred just days after another fatal plane crash in Clearwater.
Russian President Vladimir Putin suggests that grenades, alcohol, and drugs may have played a role in the jet crash involving Yevgeny Prigozhin, a businessman with close ties to the Kremlin.
A jet from the Italian Air Force's aerobatics squadron crashed during a practice run near Turin, killing a 5-year-old child and leaving her 9-year-old brother with severe burns. The pilot survived and is being treated for burns. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff, and the Italian Air Force has hypothesized that a bird strike may have caused the accident. The incident happened inside the airport perimeter, temporarily closing the airport.
A Frecce Tricolori jet crashed on takeoff from Turin-Caselle airport, with the pilot ejecting safely but the aircraft hitting a car outside the perimeter fence, resulting in the death of a 5-year-old girl and injuries to her family. The incident occurred during the formation takeoff for the Vercelli Airshow 2023.
Maj Andrew Mettler, a Marine Corps pilot, was killed when his F/A-18D Hornet crashed during a training flight near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego. He was the only person on board, and his body has been recovered. The crash is currently under investigation. Maj Mettler, known as "Simple Jack," was a skilled pilot and leader in his squadron. The crash site is located on government property east of the air station.
Maj. Andrew Mettler, a Marine Corps pilot, was killed when his F/A-18D Hornet crashed during a training flight near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego. Mettler, known as "Simple Jack," was a skilled pilot and leader in his squadron. The crash remains under investigation, and his body was recovered at the crash site.
A MiG-23 jet crashed at the Thunder Over Michigan air show in Belleville, narrowly missing an apartment complex. Both passengers on the jet are in stable condition. The National Transportation Safety Board is conducting an investigation, but concrete facts may not be available for several months.