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City: six people killed in Bangor airport crash; investigation likely to take a year or more
Summary
The city reported a fatal plane crash at the Bangor airport that killed six people; the airport is closed while federal investigators work the scene, first responders have counseling resources, and the investigation could take 12 or more months, the city manager said.
The city manager told the council a plane crash at the Bangor airport on Sunday killed six passengers and crew and that federal investigators are on scene. "There were 6 passengers and crew members on that flight, all of whom tragically, perished in that accident," the manager said. The airport remained closed for on-scene work and a debrief with Airport Director Jose Saavedra was scheduled to determine whether the airport could reopen the next morning.
Support for responders: Councilors asked about counseling and supports for first responders. The manager said the city’s response agencies have peer-support and outside counseling available and that the city would continue to make services available to staff and responders.
Investigation timeline: The manager said, citing the airport director, that such investigations can take 12 or more months to determine causes and fully resolve findings. City staff fielded few technical questions at the workshop and said there were many unknowns; the city encouraged members to forward messages for officials to pass to airport staff and first responders.
What’s next: The airport’s reopening timeline will be determined after federal investigators complete initial on-site work and the director’s debrief. No new operational decisions were taken in the workshop.
