A tragic aviation accident unfolded in Scottsdale, Arizona on Monday afternoon when a Learjet owned by Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil crashed upon arrival from Austin. The aircraft veered off the runway and collided with a parked Gulfstream G200, a devastating incident that led to the death of a pilot and critically injured two others.
"The plane veered from the runway causing it to collide with another parked plane." – Worrick Robinson IV
The unfortunate accident occurred at 2:39 p.m. local time when the Learjet, identified as Model 35A, attempted to land at Scottsdale Airport. The landing gear failed during the descent, prompting the aircraft to strike the stationary Gulfstream. Onboard the Learjet were two pilots and two passengers, including Neil's girlfriend, Rain Hannah, and her friend Ashley.
"At 2:39 p.m. local time, a Learjet aircraft Model 35A owned by Vince Neil was attempting to land at the Scottsdale Airport," – Worrick Robinson IV
The Scottsdale Fire Department reported that five individuals were impacted by this tragic incident. One pilot lost their life, while two individuals are in critical condition and have been transported to local trauma centers. Another person remains in stable condition, receiving care at a nearby hospital. Notably, one person refused treatment.
Despite being the owner of the aircraft, Vince Neil was not aboard the plane during the crash. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has assumed control over the investigation to determine the cause of the accident and ensure safety protocols are followed in future operations.
The reverberations of this incident have been felt deeply within the close-knit community of fans and friends surrounding Mötley Crüe. The band has achieved significant success over the years, with nine studio albums reaching top 10 status on the Billboard 200 chart. However, this accident is a solemn reminder of the unpredictability of life outside of musical success.
