Vince Neil’s Jet Crashes, But He Wasn’t Aboard
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Crash Details
Vince Neil’s private plane was involved in a tragic crash at Scottsdale Airport. Luckily, the Mötley Crüe frontman was not onboard at that time. The incident occurred on February 10 and resulted in one death and several injuries. Neil’s representative confirmed that the jet veered off the runway and collided with another plane. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash.
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What Happened to Vince Neil’s Private Plane?
Officials reported that the aircraft, a Learjet 35A, lost control while landing and crashed into a parked plane. This accident led to one fatality and multiple injuries. Neil’s representative released a statement on Instagram explaining that the plane veered off the runway before crashing. The jet had “two pilots and two passengers” onboard. A now-deleted post from Mötley Crüe mentioned that Neil’s girlfriend and her friend were among the passengers and that they suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The band also confirmed that one pilot lost his life while the other individuals were hospitalized.
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Statements from Officials and Investigations
During a press briefing, officials from the Scottsdale Fire Department stated that five people were affected by the accident, and one person was pronounced dead at the scene. Aviation authorities later revealed that a malfunction in the aircraft’s left landing gear likely caused the crash.
Scottsdale Airport officials announced that the runway would remain closed indefinitely as investigations continue. Neil’s representative wrote, “Mr. Neil’s thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved, and he is grateful for the critical aid of all first responders assisting today.”
