(Scottsdale, AZ) – A tragic aviation accident occurred on the afternoon of February 10, 2025, at Scottsdale Airport, involving a private jet registered to Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil. The incident resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, prompting an investigation by federal authorities.
At approximately 2:45 p.m. local time, a Learjet 35A was attempting to land at Scottsdale Airport after a flight from Austin, Texas. According to airport officials, the aircraft veered off the runway during touchdown and collided with a parked Gulfstream 200 business jet. Preliminary reports suggest that the jet’s left main landing gear failed upon touchdown, causing the aircraft to lose control and crash into the stationary plane.
The Scottsdale Fire Department confirmed that five individuals were on board the Learjet at the time of the crash. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while two others suffered critical injuries and were transported to local trauma centers. Another passenger was hospitalized in stable condition, and a fifth individual declined medical treatment.
Vince Neil was not aboard the aircraft at the time of the crash. However, his girlfriend, Rain Hannah, and her friend Ashley were among the passengers. Both women survived but sustained injuries, with Hannah reportedly suffering five broken ribs. Multiple pet dogs that were also on board were unharmed.
In response to the incident, Vince Neil’s representative, Worrick Robinson IV, released a statement confirming that the Learjet was attempting to land when it veered off course and collided with the parked plane. He emphasized that Neil was not on board and extended condolences to those affected, while also thanking first responders for their swift action.
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky also addressed the tragedy, expressing her condolences to those involved and noting that city officials are closely monitoring the situation. “On behalf of the city of Scottsdale, we offer our deepest condolences to those involved in the accident and for those who have been taken to our trauma center for treatment,” she stated.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the accident to determine the exact cause of the crash. Scottsdale Airport officials confirmed that the runway will remain closed while authorities conduct their inquiry and ensure all safety protocols are followed.
This crash is the latest in a series of recent aviation incidents across the United States. In the past two weeks, multiple fatal accidents have occurred, including a collision near Washington, D.C. that claimed 67 lives, a medical transport plane crash in Philadelphia that killed seven people, and a commuter plane accident in western Alaska that left ten people dead.
As investigations continue, authorities are expected to conduct a thorough examination of the Learjet’s maintenance records, the pilot’s history, and weather conditions at the time of the crash. The Scottsdale Airport tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with air travel, reinforcing the importance of stringent safety measures in the aviation industry.
Federal officials are urging witnesses or those with relevant information to come forward as they work to piece together the events leading to the fatal accident. Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
