A private jet linked to Mötley Crüe’s Vince Neil collided with a parked aircraft at Scottsdale Airport, Arizona, on Monday, leaving one person dead and multiple injured. Neil was not on board at the time.
Crash Details and Investigation
According to authorities, the jet veered off the runway while landing and crashed into a parked Gulfstream 200. Aviation officials believe the landing gear may have failed, causing the accident.
Scottsdale Airport spokesperson Kelli Kuester confirmed that the incoming jet had four passengers, arriving from Austin, Texas. The parked jet had one occupant.
Victims and Injuries
- One pilot died in the crash.
- Two people were transported to trauma centers, with one in stable condition.
- Vince Neil’s girlfriend was among the injured.
Vince Neil’s Response
Neil’s representative, Worrick Robinson, IV, released a statement expressing condolences:
“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.”
Runway Closure and Official Response
The Scottsdale Airport remains closed following the incident. Mayor Lisa Borowsky assured the public that she is coordinating with emergency and federal agencies.
“On behalf of the city of Scottsdale, we offer our deepest condolences to those affected by this tragedy,” she said.
Rising Concerns Over Aviation Accidents
This collision adds to a series of recent aviation disasters in the U.S.:
- Jan 29: A commercial jet and an Army helicopter collided near Washington, D.C., killing 67.
- Jan 31: A medical transport plane crashed in Philadelphia, killing seven.
- Last week: A commuter plane crash in Alaska killed 10.
Authorities continue investigating the Scottsdale crash to determine the exact cause.
