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Learjet 35A owned by Vince Neil involved in fatal crash at Scottsdale Airport
Scottsdale, AZ – Newly released video footage captures the terrifying moments when a Learjet 35A crash-landed at Scottsdale Municipal Airport, colliding with a parked Gulfstream 200 business jet.
The tragic incident, which occurred on Monday, February 10, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., has left one person dead and several others injured.
According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Learjet 35A veered off the runway upon landing, ultimately crashing into the Gulfstream 200 on the airport ramp.
During a press conference, Scottsdale Fire Department Public Information Officer Dave Folio stated that the jet’s main landing gear failed, leading to the accident.
A Learjet 35A, registered to Chromed in Hollywood, Inc., a Wyoming-based company with Vince Neil listed as the principal agent, was involved in a collision with another aircraft at Scottsdale Municipal Airport.
Authorities are currently working to confirm whether this is the same Vince Neil of Mötley Crüe.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the total number of individuals on board at the time of the crash.
However, emergency responders provided the following casualty report:
- One person was pronounced dead at the scene.
- Two people sustained critical injuries and were transported to the hospital.
- One person suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was hospitalized.
- One person refused medical attention.
FAA records indicate that the Learjet 35A involved in the crash is registered to Chromed in Hollywood, Inc., a company owned by Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil.
It remains unclear whether Neil was on board at the time of the crash.
The Gulfstream 200 belongs to Jet Pros, LLC, a private jet charter company based at Scottsdale Airpark.
Jet Pros’ Director of Operations, Gus Toulatos, released a statement addressing the accident:
“On behalf of Jet Pros, LLC, we are saddened to hear about the lives lost and those injured today. Our condolences go out to the families affected by this terrible accident. Our plane, a Gulfstream G-200 business jet, was parked on the ramp when it was struck by the Learjet 35A. Fortunately, no one on board our aircraft was injured, though it sustained external damage. We are fully cooperating with authorities as they conduct a thorough investigation.”
In response to the tragedy, Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky issued a statement:
“On behalf of the City of Scottsdale, we offer our deepest condolences to those affected by this devastating accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with those receiving treatment at our trauma center.”
As a result of the crash, the runway at Scottsdale Municipal Airport remains closed indefinitely.
The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are leading the investigation to determine the exact cause of the incident.
Further updates will be provided as more details emerge.
Greenville, NC – March 2025 – Authorities have confirmed that two individuals were killed when a Beechcraft Bonanza aircraft crashed in Greenville on Friday morning.
The North Carolina Highway Patrol (NCHP) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that the aircraft went down in the vicinity of North Memorial Drive and Belvoir Road.
The wreckage was later located near Consolidated Pipe on North Greene Street.
Law enforcement officials at the scene recovered human remains, confirming that both occupants perished in the crash.
The victims have been identified as Dr. Mark Bowman, a respected Greenville family dentist, and his wife, Robin Bowman.
Dr. Bowman had been practicing dentistry in eastern North Carolina for over 33 years. He earned his undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Biology in 1982, followed by a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1986.
Throughout his career, he was actively involved in several professional organizations, including: American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, North Carolina Dental Society, 5th District Dental Society and Flying Dentist Association.
Additionally, Dr. Bowman was a Lifetime Member of the Dental Alumni Association at UNC-Chapel Hill. Beyond his profession, he was an avid pilot and enjoyed flying, as well as boating, fishing, and beach activities with family and friends.
As a result of the crash, authorities have closed North Memorial Drive from Airport Road to Belvoir Road.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) estimates that the closure will remain in effect until at least 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
However, Trooper Rico Stephens stated that there is no evidence the aircraft struck the roadway before impact.
According to flight records, the Beechcraft Bonanza departed from Pitt-Greenville Airport (PGV) at 7:46 a.m., en route to Vero Beach, Florida.
The crash was reported shortly after takeoff.
The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have launched a full investigation into the cause of the crash. Federal authorities will analyze:
- Flight data and communications
- Pilot records
- Weather conditions
- Aircraft maintenance history
Further updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.