BANGOR MAINE, emergency crews responded Sunday to reports of an aircraft crash at Bangor International Airport after a private business jet was involved in an incident during takeoff, leading to the immediate closure of the airport’s runway.
Airport officials issued a public advisory urging people to avoid the airport, stating that the runway was closed as first responders secured the scene and evaluated the situation.
Preliminary information indicates the aircraft involved was a Bombardier Challenger 650 business jet carrying eight people at the time of the incident.
Based on available ADS-B flight tracking data, the jet had recently arrived from Houston and was attempting to depart Bangor when the crash occurred.
Authorities have not confirmed the number or severity of injuries, and it remains unclear whether there were any fatalities.
Emergency medical personnel and airport fire crews continued to operate at the scene as part of the response effort.
Unconfirmed records reviewed by Arnold & Itkin LLP suggest the aircraft may be registered to a law firm, though officials have not officially verified ownership details.
The Federal Aviation Administration and other investigative agencies are expected to examine the incident to determine the cause of the crash.
Airport operations remain suspended while the runway stays closed for emergency response and investigation.
Officials said additional information will be released as it becomes available.
