• A Bombardier Challenger 600 carrying eight people crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport.
• Seven occupants died, and one crew member survived with serious injuries.
• The crash occurred amid a severe winter storm affecting travel across the U.S.

A private jet carrying eight people crashed at Bangor International Airport in Maine during takeoff on Sunday night, resulting in a significant incident that is currently under investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) according to Reuters and ABC News.

The aircraft, identified as a Bombardier Challenger 600, crashed around 7:45 p.m. local time, with initial reports indicating a significant fire post-crash. The fate of the passengers remained unknown shortly after the incident, with heavy snowfall complicating visibility and responses at the airport, as noted by India Times and CBS News.

As of Monday, it was confirmed that seven individuals aboard the plane lost their lives, while one crew member survived but sustained serious injuries, marking a tragic outcome amid deteriorating weather conditions across the region, according to BBC and LA Times.

The crash coincided with a powerful winter storm that resulted in the cancellation of over 12,000 flights nationwide, disrupting travel for many as it caused significant issues in various states. The ongoing storm in New England was characterized by heavy snowfall and freezing rain, leading to hazardous travel conditions, as reported by CBS News and LA Times.