In America's second-deadliest plane crash this year, a private jet plunged into a residential neighbourhood in Southern Florida, killing all nine people on board. The crash occurred less than eleven kilometres from U.S. President Donald Trump's Florida home.


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One person has been killed, and one went missing after a military plane crashed in the northeast of France on Wednesday (Oct 21). France's Armed Forces Ministry released a statement about the incident that took place on Tuesday evening. The plane was identified as &nbsp;French Air Force Mirage 2000D and it crashed in the Meurthe-et-Moselle region with two people on board, the ministry statement said. The ministry said the cause of the crash is under investigation.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/2-injured-in-plane-crash-on-busy-california-highway-1792294707418">2 injured in plane crash on busy California highway</a>&nbsp;Local prefect Yves Seguy told reporters that a wooded area where the plane crashed was searched overnight in adverse weather. The plane was attached to the nearby 133 Nancy-Ochey air base. Col Ludovic Humbert, the base commandant, said the weapons systems officer was a seasoned soldier who was teaming up with a young pilot. The plane had begun its final approach as it returned to base from a night training mission when the crash happened.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/12-dead-after-truck-mows-down-devotees-crashes-into-temple-gate-in-madhya-pradesh-s-gwalior-1792289115903">13 dead after truck mows down devotees, crashes into temple gate in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior</a>

&nbsp;In a statement on Facebook, Henry Lemoine, mayor of nearby Pont-à-Mousson, said a large number of police personnel and firefighters had been deployed to the crash site. Aircraft debris was located using a drone, but further details were not immediately available as emergency operations continued.&nbsp;The Mirage 2000D specializes in ground-attack missions. A two-seat aircraft, it is designed to operate in complex environments, the ministry said. It supports conventional air operations and power-projection missions.

One person was killed and another went missing after a French Air Force Mirage 2000D crashed in the Meurthe-et-Moselle region of northeastern France. The aircraft had 2 people on board when it crashed on Tuesday evening, with the cause under investigation, France’s Armed Forces Ministry said.

One person has been killed, and one went missing after a military plane crashed in the northeast of France on Wednesday (Oct 21). France's Armed Forces Ministry released a statement about the incident that took place on Tuesday evening. The plane was identified as French Air Force Mirage 2000D and it crashed in the Meurthe-et-Moselle region with two people on board, the ministry statement said. The ministry said the cause of the crash is under investigation. Also Read: 2 injured in plane crash on busy California highway Local prefect Yves Seguy told reporters that a wooded area where the plane crashed was searched overnight in adverse weather. The plane was attached to the nearby 133 Nancy-Ochey air base. Col Ludovic Humbert, the base commandant, said the weapons systems officer was a seasoned soldier who was teaming up with a young pilot. The plane had begun its final approach as it returned to base from a night training mission when the crash happened. Also Read: 13 dead after truck mows down devotees, crashes into temple gate in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior

One person was killed and another went missing after a French Air Force Mirage 2000D crashed in the Meurthe-et-Moselle region of northeastern France. The aircraft had 2 people on board when it crashed on Tuesday evening, with the cause under investigation, France’s Armed Forces Ministry said.

French military plane crashes in northeast France, one dead

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has declared three days of national mourning after a military aircraft crashed in southern Ondo State, killing 25 people.

Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo on Monday said 32 people had died but on Tuesday the Air Force clarified that 25 people had been killed - five crew and 20 passengers.

Victims’ identities to be released after family notification

A plane crashed on the runway at the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego, California, killing two people on Monday evening (Sep 7), according to the San Diego Police Department. The moment the plane crashed it became fully engulfed in flames. About 30 personnel with the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department were at the scene responding to the incident. In the meantime, the airport was temporarily closed during emergency operations, San Diego Fire Department wrote on X.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/cargo-plane-crashes-at-miami-airport-as-emergency-vehicles-surround-wreckage-1788746719572">Cargo plane crashes at Miami Airport as emergency vehicles surround wreckage</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">So. A plane that I have around 60 hours in is balled up off 28L and on fire. Apparently the crew didn’t get out. Odds are pretty good I know the instructor onboard 🙁 <a href="https://t.co/f6lZmIXs2G">pic.twitter.com/f6lZmIXs2G</a>&mdash; El Dub (@SunCoastChief) <a href="https://x.com/SunCoastChief/status/2097126733191459302?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What fire officials said about the cause of the fire?</h2>Briefing on the incident, San Diego Fire official said that the plane was still in the crash location. The official said he does not have the information on whether it was taken off or landing but confirmed that it was a small plane and a small fire. “We're still working on an active fuel leak. When the plane crashed, the plane was heavily damaged. There was active fuel leaking and burning, so we extinguished the fire, and there is still a small fuel leak. It is not spreading anywhere else. But that is something that we will work with -- airport personnel on the cleanup of the plane -- fuel.” He said that currently STPD is holding the scene for investigation. When asked about the reopening of the airport, he said, “We're also working with Montgomery Field Airport personnel on the cleanup of the jet fuel, so they have a contractor en route to make sure that the fuel is properly cleaned up. Assuming once that's cleaned up, then they reopen the airport. They will reopen the airport based on NTSB recommendations and whatever they have to do.” Explaining about the location, he said that the crash happened in the middle of the runway. “So there were no exposures or no danger of anything else catching fire,” he said, adding: “So like I said, that's been extinguished and now we're working on a small fuel leak that will need to be cleaned up.”

On the same day, another plane made a hard landing in the Montgomery County Airpark airport in Maryland. Two crew members were stuck but they were rescued without injuries.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/plane-crash-in-california-leaves-2-dead-2-injured-probe-underway-1788658628179">Plane crashes in California's Fresno, leaves 2 dead, 2 injured; probe underway</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Update <a href="https://x.com/MontgomeryCoMD?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MontgomeryCoMD</a> Airpark - small twin engine aircraft has landed ‘hard’ w/o front landing gear, no fire, no serious injuries, 2persons on board being evaluated, Montgomery Airpark is CLOSED to air traffic, <a href="https://x.com/mcfrs?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mcfrs</a> on scene <a href="https://t.co/Fbn21j7seb">https://t.co/Fbn21j7seb</a> <a href="https://t.co/JWuIbYBYIa">pic.twitter.com/JWuIbYBYIa</a>&mdash; Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) <a href="https://x.com/mcfrsPIO/status/2097102276988960827?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A small plane crashed and caught fire at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego on September 7, killing two people. Around 30 San Diego Fire-Rescue personnel responded, while airport operations in Kearny Mesa were temporarily suspended during emergency operations

A plane crashed on the runway at the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego, California, killing two people on Monday evening (Sep 7), according to the San Diego Police Department. The moment the plane crashed it became fully engulfed in flames. About 30 personnel with the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department were at the scene responding to the incident. In the meantime, the airport was temporarily closed during emergency operations, San Diego Fire Department wrote on X. Also Read: Cargo plane crashes at Miami Airport as emergency vehicles surround wreckage

A small plane crashed and caught fire at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego on September 7, killing two people. Around 30 San Diego Fire-Rescue personnel responded, while airport operations in Kearny Mesa were temporarily suspended during emergency operations

Plane crashes, bursts into flames at San Diego airport runway, 2 killed

A charter aircraft carrying eight people crashed while approaching a remote radar facility in western Alaska on Thursday (Aug 20), killing everyone on board, the US military said.The crash occurred at the Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site Airport, about 450 miles (725 km) west of Anchorage. The aircraft was described by the military as a civilian-contracted plane.<h2>Who was on board?</h2>The National Transportation Safety Board's Alaska region chief, Clint Johnson, said the aircraft was carrying two pilots and six passengers. It had departed from Anchorage and was believed to have crashed early Thursday afternoon while approaching Cape Newenham.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/if-you-want-peace-prepare-for-war-naravane-warns-china-not-pakistan-is-india-s-main-competitor-1787283477651">'If you want peace, prepare for war': Ex-Army chief Manoj Naravane warns China, not Pakistan, is India's main competitor</a><h2>Aircraft was supporting remote radar site</h2>The radar facility is operated by the Pacific Air Forces Regional Support Center and forms part of a network of remote radar installations across Alaska. These sites are used to monitor aircraft operating in the state's airspace and along its borders.The US military did not provide details about the specific mission being carried out by those aboard the aircraft.US Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander of Alaskan Command, the Alaskan North American Aerospace Defense Command Region, and Eleventh Air Force, described the crash as a major loss for the military community."This is a devastating loss for our military family and the communities we serve," Davis said in a statement.He described those on board as "dedicated professionals carrying out a vital mission in a demanding environment".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-wants-us-astronauts-back-on-the-lunar-surface-by-2028-signs-commercial-first-executive-order-on-space-launches-1787274681496">Trump wants US astronauts back on the lunar surface by 2028; signs 'commercial-first' executive order on space launches</a><h2>Search and recovery operation</h2>Davis said the immediate focus was on supporting the victims' families, friends, and colleagues, while also thanking the teams involved in the response. "Our absolute priority right now is providing unwavering support to their families, friends and teammates during this devastating time," he said."We are profoundly grateful for the swift and tireless response of our search and recovery professionals."Authorities have not yet released further details about what caused the crash or identified the people who were on board.&nbsp;

A charter aircraft carrying eight people has crashed while approaching a remote radar facility in western Alaska, killing everyone on board. Investigators are now working to determine what caused the crash.

A charter aircraft carrying eight people crashed while approaching a remote radar facility in western Alaska on Thursday (Aug 20), killing everyone on board, the US military said. The crash occurred at the Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site Airport, about 450 miles (725 km) west of Anchorage. The aircraft was described by the military as a civilian-contracted plane. Who was on board? The National Transportation Safety Board's Alaska region chief, Clint Johnson, said the aircraft was carrying two pilots and six passengers. It had departed from Anchorage and was believed to have crashed early Thursday afternoon while approaching Cape Newenham. Also read | 'If you want peace, prepare for war': Ex-Army chief Manoj Naravane warns China, not Pakistan, is India's main competitor Aircraft was supporting remote radar site The radar facility is operated by the Pacific Air Forces Regional Support Center and forms part of a network of remote radar installations across Alaska. These sites are used to monitor aircraft operating in the state's airspace and along its borders. The US military did not provide details about the specific mission being carried out by those aboard the aircraft. US Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander of Alaskan Command, the Alaskan North American Aerospace Defense Command Region, and Eleventh Air Force, described the crash as a major loss for the military community. "This is a devastating loss for our military family and the communities we serve," Davis said in a statement. He described those on board as "dedicated professionals carrying out a vital mission in a demanding environment". Also read | Trump wants US astronauts back on the lunar surface by 2028; signs 'commercial-first' executive order on space launches Search and recovery operation Davis said the immediate focus was on supporting the victims' families, friends, and colleagues, while also thanking the teams involved in the response. "Our absolute priority right now is providing unwavering support to their families, friends and teammates during this devastating time," he said. "We are profoundly grateful for the swift and tireless response of our search and recovery professionals." Authorities have not yet released further details about what caused the crash or identified the people who were on board.

A charter aircraft carrying eight people has crashed while approaching a remote radar facility in western Alaska, killing everyone on board. Investigators are now working to determine what caused the crash.

'Devastating loss': 8 dead after charter aircraft crashes near remote Alaska radar facility

Six days after a plane crashed into Beijing's tallest building, Chinese authorities stated that the pilot did so for 'personal reasons'. However, reports suggest that China has tried to suppress discussions around this incident. This is seen as a major security lapse as this building is very close to key locations in Beijing.


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A tragic plane crash near Washington, D.C., has claimed the lives of three people, including the pilot and two passengers. The Piper PA-28 Cherokee aircraft was reportedly en route to Montgomery County Airpark when it went down. Emergency crews rushed to the scene, but all three occupants were pronounced dead. Investigators are now working to determine what caused the crash. 


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The US has just witnessed four major aircraft crashes in four days, from a tragic skydiving flight to a massive B-52 bomber. All four crashes are unrelated, but the series of crashes are raising questions as investigators look into the actual data, expert analyse every detail to identify the hidden reasons.


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A tragic skydiving plane crash in the United States has claimed the lives of 12 people, according to authorities. Emergency responders rushed to the scene after the aircraft went down during a skydiving operation. Officials have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.


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A private plane crashed on the runway of La Romana International Airport in the east of the Dominican Republic on Sunday (June 7), the national aviation authority said. The video of the incident is doing rounds on social media. In the video, the aircraft wheels are seen crashing the runway as it takes off. The plane then bounces and turns into a massive fireball. Huge plume of smoke is seen in other videos. The statement by Dominican Civil Aviation Institute said that the pilot and co-pilot died while no passengers were reported on board. The aircraft was identified to be &nbsp;Gulfstream G200 jet. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the crash.&nbsp;"The aircraft declared an emergency while approximately 16 nautical miles southwest of La Romana" and crashed as it was returning to the airport, the statement added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Plane BOUNCES hard then ERUPTS into giant fireball Massive explosion rips across Dominican Republic runway <a href="https://t.co/aaPoh9EMYC">pic.twitter.com/aaPoh9EMYC</a>&mdash; RT (@RT_com) <a href="https://x.com/RT_com/status/2063751271493013607?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A Gulfstream G200 private jet crashed while attempting to return to La Romana International Airport in the Dominican Republic after declaring an emergency. The pilot and co-pilot were killed, while no passengers were on board. Dramatic videos show the aircraft erupting into a fireball after impact.

A private plane crashed on the runway of La Romana International Airport in the east of the Dominican Republic on Sunday (June 7), the national aviation authority said. The video of the incident is doing rounds on social media. In the video, the aircraft wheels are seen crashing the runway as it takes off. The plane then bounces and turns into a massive fireball. Huge plume of smoke is seen in other videos. The statement by Dominican Civil Aviation Institute said that the pilot and co-pilot died while no passengers were reported on board. The aircraft was identified to be Gulfstream G200 jet. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the crash. "The aircraft declared an emergency while approximately 16 nautical miles southwest of La Romana" and crashed as it was returning to the airport, the statement added.

A Gulfstream G200 private jet crashed while attempting to return to La Romana International Airport in the Dominican Republic after declaring an emergency. The pilot and co-pilot were killed, while no passengers were on board.&nbsp;

Plane crashes in Dominican Republic, explodes into massive fireball - VIDEO

A tragic plane crash in Juba has left 13 passengers and the pilot dead after the aircraft went down near the capital. Emergency teams rushed to the crash site, but there were no survivors reported. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident, with early focus on possible technical failure or weather-related issues. The incident has raised serious concerns over aviation safety standards in South Sudan as rescue and recovery operations continue.


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At least 66 people have died after a Colombian military transport aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff near the Peru border. The C-130 plane, carrying 125 soldiers and crew, reportedly erupted in flames, possibly triggered by ammunition onboard. Rescue teams have pulled out survivors from the wreckage, with many airlifted to military hospitals as authorities race to piece together what caused the deadly disaster.


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A US military aerial refuelling aircraft involved in operations linked to the conflict with Iran crashed in western Iraq on Thursday (Mar 12), according to several US officials. The aircraft, a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker, went down near the town of Turaibil along the Iraqi-Jordanian border. As per reports, another military plane was forced to declare an emergency and land. Even as one plane crashed and another was forced to make an emergency landing, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement that the crash was not caused by hostile fire or friendly fire. Iran, however, claims that its allied forces downed the aircraft, killing all crew aboard. Here's all we know.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-s-huge-mistake-was-the-north-korean-embassy-in-tehran-hit-by-an-israeli-missile-here-s-the-truth-fact-check-1773298739599">Israel's 'huge mistake' amid Iran war: Did Tel Aviv attack North Korea's embassy in Tehran? Here’s the truth | Fact Check</a><h2>Second tanker damaged but lands safely</h2>Officials said a second KC-135 involved in the incident was damaged but landed safely. According to flight tracking service Flightradar24, one tanker declared an emergency before landing in Tel Aviv later on Thursday. The circumstances of the incident remain under investigation.It is unclear whether the crew of the first aircraft survived the crash. Further details awaited. Recovery operations are currently underway at the crash site. Purported videos of the crashed military plane show an inferno. Watch here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">💥 BREAKING: $65 million. 6 crew. Likely all dead. US CENTCOM confirms KC 135 tanker lost as hostile air defence hit in Iraq. The aircraft was refueling bombers hitting Iran. Now it&#39;s wreckage. Operation Epic Fury just claimed more American lives.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Iran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Iran</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Isra%C3%ABl?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Israël</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IranWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IranWar</a>… <a href="https://t.co/poWV42ABUE">pic.twitter.com/poWV42ABUE</a>&mdash; World conflicts Monitoring Center (@worldbestvideoo) <a href="https://twitter.com/worldbestvideoo/status/2032224013146341663?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>CENTCOM rules out hostile attack</h2>Even as one plane crashed and another was forced to make an emergency landing, CENTCOM on X insisted that the crash was "not due to hostile fire or friendly fire".However, the US Central Command confirmed that the two aircraft were involved in the same incident. "The incident occurred in friendly airspace during Operation Epic Fury, and rescue efforts are ongoing," it said, adding, “One of the aircraft went down in western Iraq, and the second landed safely.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">U.S. Central Command is aware of the loss of a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft. The incident occurred in friendly airspace during Operation Epic Fury, and rescue efforts are ongoing. Two aircraft were involved in the incident. One of the aircraft went down in western Iraq, and the…&mdash; U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) <a href="https://twitter.com/CENTCOM/status/2032211125882745265?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This marks the fourth publicly acknowledged aircraft to crash during US President Donald Trump's war on Iran. Earlier in the week, the US military confirmed that three F-15E Strike Eagle jets were downed in a friendly fire incident involving forces in Kuwait. All six crew members ejected safely in that case.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. &nbsp;

US KC-135 Stratotanker crashes near Iraq-Jordan border during 'Epic Fury' operations; Rescue mission underway

A US military aerial refuelling aircraft involved in operations linked to the conflict with Iran crashed in western Iraq on Thursday (Mar 12), according to several US officials. The aircraft, a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker, went down near the town of Turaibil along the Iraqi-Jordanian border. As per reports, another military plane was forced to declare an emergency and land. Even as one plane crashed and another was forced to make an emergency landing, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement that the crash was not caused by hostile fire or friendly fire. Iran, however, claims that its allied forces downed the aircraft, killing all crew aboard. Here's all we know. Also read | Israel's 'huge mistake' amid Iran war: Did Tel Aviv attack North Korea's embassy in Tehran? Here’s the truth | Fact Check Second tanker damaged but lands safely Officials said a second KC-135 involved in the incident was damaged but landed safely. According to flight tracking service Flightradar24, one tanker declared an emergency before landing in Tel Aviv later on Thursday. The circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. It is unclear whether the crew of the first aircraft survived the crash. Further details awaited. Recovery operations are currently underway at the crash site. Purported videos of the crashed military plane show an inferno. Watch here:

Why did a US military refuelling aircraft crash in Iraq during the Iran war? A Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker went down near the Iraqi-Jordanian border during Operation Epic Fury, and another was forced to make an emergency landing. What exactly happened? Scroll down to find out.

US KC-135 Stratotanker crashes near Iraq-Jordan border during operation Epic Fury; rescue mission underway

At least 20 people have been killed after a Bolivian military plane crashed near La Paz. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash as rescue and recovery efforts continue at the site. Further details are awaited on the circumstances surrounding the incident.


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The air ambulance that crashed in Jharkhand, claiming the lives of all seven people on board, was a 39-year-old Beechcraft aircraft with more than 6,600 flying hours, officials said, HT reported. The seven-seater aircraft crashed in the Palamau of Jharkhand on the night of February 23 while operating a medical emergency flight from Ranchi to Delhi.&nbsp;The crashed aircraft, a Beechcraft King Air BE9L operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd., took off from Ranchi at 7:11 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. But it lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM.&nbsp;Those who died during the accident include a 41-year-old patient identified as Sanjay Kumar, his wife Archana Devi and a family member, Dhuru Kumar; a doctor; a paramedic; pilot-in-command Vivek Vikash Bhagat, with flying experience of around 1,400 hours; and first officer Savrajdeep Singh, who had nearly 450 hours of experience.&nbsp;"Redbird Airways operated the aircraft, a Beechcraft C90A (King Air) twin-turboprop registered VT-AJV, which was manufactured in 1987 and had accumulated around 6,610 hours of airframe time at the time of the accident," an official said, adding that the plane wasn't overused.&nbsp;“It was powered by P&amp;W PT6A-21 engines and had logged around 2,900 hours on the left engine and 2,800 hours on the right engine,” he added. “Both propellers had completed around 2,500 hours each, and their latest Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) was issued on January 21 this year and was valid for a year,” another official said.<h3>The crashed flight did not have a 'black box'</h3>The aircraft left Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport at around 7:11 pm for Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) of Delhi. A second official confirmed that the crew sought a weather deviation shortly after take-off. “Communication and radar contact were lost approximately 23 minutes after departure. The aircraft later crashed in a forested area near Simaria in Chatra district,” he said.&nbsp;Additionally, the aircraft’s maximum take-off weight was 4,583 kg, but it did not have a black box (cockpit voice recorder (CVR) &amp; digital flight data recorder (DFDR). “In this aircraft, a CVR and FDR were not installed as per CAR (Civil Aviation Requirements). The first Certificate of Airworthiness (C of A) for the aircraft was issued in 1987. There was no mandatory regulatory requirement for installation of a CVR or FDR at the time of its original certification,” another official added.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-bound-air-ambulance-with-7-onboard-crashes-in-jharkhand-1771867943550"> Delhi-bound air ambulance with 7 onboard crashes after takeoff from Ranchi</a> &nbsp;

The crashed aircraft, a Beechcraft King Air BE9L operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd., took off from Ranchi at 7:11 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. But it lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM.

The air ambulance that crashed in Jharkhand, claiming the lives of all seven people on board, was a 39-year-old Beechcraft aircraft with more than 6,600 flying hours, officials said, HT reported. The seven-seater aircraft crashed in the Palamau of Jharkhand on the night of February 23 while operating a medical emergency flight from Ranchi to Delhi. The crashed aircraft, a Beechcraft King Air BE9L operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd., took off from Ranchi at 7:11 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. But it lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM. Those who died during the accident include a 41-year-old patient identified as Sanjay Kumar, his wife Archana Devi and a family member, Dhuru Kumar; a doctor; a paramedic; pilot-in-command Vivek Vikash Bhagat, with flying experience of around 1,400 hours; and first officer Savrajdeep Singh, who had nearly 450 hours of experience. "Redbird Airways operated the aircraft, a Beechcraft C90A (King Air) twin-turboprop registered VT-AJV, which was manufactured in 1987 and had accumulated around 6,610 hours of airframe time at the time of the accident," an official said, adding that the plane wasn't overused. “It was powered by P&W PT6A-21 engines and had logged around 2,900 hours on the left engine and 2,800 hours on the right engine,” he added. “Both propellers had completed around 2,500 hours each, and their latest Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) was issued on January 21 this year and was valid for a year,” another official said. The crashed flight did not have a 'black box' The aircraft left Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport at around 7:11 pm for Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) of Delhi. A second official confirmed that the crew sought a weather deviation shortly after take-off. “Communication and radar contact were lost approximately 23 minutes after departure. The aircraft later crashed in a forested area near Simaria in Chatra district,” he said. Additionally, the aircraft’s maximum take-off weight was 4,583 kg, but it did not have a black box (cockpit voice recorder (CVR) & digital flight data recorder (DFDR). “In this aircraft, a CVR and FDR were not installed as per CAR (Civil Aviation Requirements). The first Certificate of Airworthiness (C of A) for the aircraft was issued in 1987. There was no mandatory regulatory requirement for installation of a CVR or FDR at the time of its original certification,” another official added. Also read: Delhi-bound air ambulance with 7 onboard crashes after takeoff from Ranchi

The crashed aircraft, a Beechcraft King Air BE9L operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd., took off from Ranchi at 7:11 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. But it lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM.

39-year-old aircraft with 6,600 flight hours: Major details emerge about Jharkhand air ambulance crash

An air ambulance crashed shortly after takeoff from Ranchi Airport in Jharkhand, triggering an emergency response from local authorities and rescue teams. Officials rushed to the crash site as investigations began into the cause of the incident. Details on casualties and survivors are awaited, while aviation authorities and state agencies continue to assess the situation and ensure relief and rescue operations.


Jharkhand Plane Crash: Air Ambulance Crashed Shortly After Take Off From Ranchi Airport

A medical chartered plane carrying seven people crashed shortly after taking off from Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport. The flight was an air ambulance bound for Delhi.
The crashed aircraft was a Beechcraft King Air BE9L operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd.

BREAKING: Medical Plane Travelling From Ranchi To Delhi Crashes in Jharkhand

A medical chartered plane carrying seven people crashed shortly after taking off from Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport. The flight was an air ambulance bound for Delhi. The crashed aircraft was a Beechcraft King Air BE9L operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd.&nbsp;The plane took off from Ranchi at 7:11 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. It lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM.&nbsp;According to reports, the aircraft went down in the Palamau district of Jharkhand.

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The passengers on board the ill-fated air ambulance have been identified as Sanjay Kumar (41), who was being transported to Delhi for emergency treatment, accompanied by his attendants Archana Devi and Dhuru Kumar. The medical team supporting the patient included Dr Vikash Kumar Gupta and paramedic Sachin Kumar Mishra, while the Redbird Airways aircraft was piloted by Vivek Vikas Bhagat and Savrajdeep Singh.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-judge-permanently-blocks-report-on-trump-s-alleged-hoarding-of-top-secret-military-files-1771866092666">US Judge permanently blocks report on Trump’s alleged hoarding of top-secret military files</a>&nbsp;The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) confirmed the statement and said State authorities and the DGCA have initiated search and rescue operations while a team from the AAIB is being dispatched for investigation.&nbsp;"On 23.02.2026, Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd Beechcraft C90 aircraft VT-AJV, operating a medical evacuation (Air Ambulance) flight on sector “Ranchi-Delhi” crashed in Kasaria Panchayat of Chatra district, in Jharkhand. There were seven people on board, including two crew members. &nbsp;The aircraft was airborne from Ranchi at 19:11 IST. After establishing contact with Kolkata, at 19:34 IST aircraft lost communication and RADAR contact with Kolkata at approximately 100 NM South-East of Varanasi," the DGCA said in a statement.&nbsp;&nbsp;(This is a developing story; Further details are awaited)

The plane took off from Ranchi at 7.07 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. It lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM.

A medical chartered plane carrying seven people crashed shortly after taking off from Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport. The flight was an air ambulance bound for Delhi. The crashed aircraft was a Beechcraft King Air BE9L operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd. The plane took off from Ranchi at 7:11 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. It lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM. According to reports, the aircraft went down in the Palamau district of Jharkhand.

The plane took off from Ranchi at 7:11 pm and was scheduled to land at Delhi at 10 PM. It lost contact with Air Traffic Control (ATC) at 7.34 PM.

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