Fatal Private Jet Crash in Virginia Claims Five Lives

March 12, 2024
Fatal Private Jet Crash in Virginia Claims Five Lives
  • A twin-engine IAI Astra 1125 private jet crashed near Ingalls Field Airport in Hot Springs, Virginia, resulting in the death of all five people on board.

  • The passengers, including four adults and one juvenile, were traveling from Florida for an event at the Homestead Resort.

  • The aircraft encountered issues during its approach, struck trees, and crashed into a hillside before catching fire.

  • The private jet was registered to an Oklahoma aircraft trust company, with the NTSB leading the crash investigation.

  • A preliminary report on the crash is expected within 30 days, while the final report may take up to two years.

  • Following the crash, Ingalls Field Airport was temporarily closed and the victims' remains are undergoing identification.

  • The cause of the crash has not been determined as the investigation remains active.

Summary based on 13 sources


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