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News in English (USA) / 26.01.2026 / 18:00

Tragic Plane Crash in Bangor, Maine Claims Seven Lives

A private jet carrying eight people crashed during takeoff from Bangor International Airport amid a severe winter storm, resulting in seven fatalities and one serious injury. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that the aircraft flipped upside down and burst into flames upon impact. Officials report that the plane was registered to a Houston-based law firm. The incident has garnered attention as it unfolds, with limited updates being provided by authorities as they contend with difficult weather conditions affecting rescue operations.
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