Dramatic Video Shows Vince Neil’s Private Jet Crashing at Scottsdale Airport

A harrowing video has emerged capturing the terrifying moment when a private jet owned by Vince Neil, the lead singer of Mötley Crüe, crashed at Scottsdale Airport in Arizona. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon when the Learjet 35A, carrying two pilots, two passengers, and several dogs, experienced a landing gear failure upon touchdown. The plane, which was traveling at a high speed, skidded down the runway with its nose pressed against the concrete before veering off course and slamming into a parked private jet, an Israel Aircraft Industries Gulfstream 200. The impact was so severe that the front of the larger Gulfstream jet lifted and moved forward several feet. Miraculously, the dogs on board the Learjet survived the crash unharmed.

One Killed, Four Injured in the Deadly Incident

Tragically, the crash resulted in the death of one person, later revealed to be one of the pilots, while four others were injured. Among those injured were two passengers, including Vince Neil’s girlfriend, Rain Hannah, and her friend. Hannah suffered five broken ribs, according to TMZ. The Scottsdale Fire Department reported that the fifth victim, who was inside the parked Gulfstream at the time of the collision, declined medical treatment. Rescuers were able to free a person trapped in the wreckage of Neil’s jet, who was then transported to a trauma center in critical condition. The identities of the injured individuals and the deceased pilot were not immediately disclosed.

Vince Neil Releases a Statement, Expresses Gratitude to First Responders

Vince Neil, who was not on board the plane at the time of the crash, issued a statement expressing his thoughts and prayers for everyone involved. "On board Mr. Neil’s plane were two pilots and two passengers. Mr. Neil was not on the plane," the statement read. "Mr. Neil’s thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved, and he is grateful for the critical aid of all the first responders assisting today." The statement initially mentioned the death of one of the pilots but was later edited to remove that detail. Authorities have not confirmed who the deceased pilot was.

Rescue Efforts and Aftermath of the Crash

The Scottsdale Fire Department and emergency personnel responded swiftly to the incident, arriving at the scene within one minute of the collision. Fire Capt. Dave Folio described the rescue efforts, stating that a person was trapped in the wreckage of Neil’s jet but was successfully freed and rushed to a trauma center. Images from the scene showed the cockpit of the Learjet heavily damaged, with the left side almost completely caved in and covered by a red tarp. A set of wheels from the Learjet was found about 100 yards away from the crash site, indicating the severity of the impact.

Eyewitness Accounts and Ongoing Investigation

An eyewitness, Gordan Johnson, who has 35 years of experience in aviation, described the moments leading up to the crash. Johnson said he saw the front landing gear collapse as the plane touched down, after which it skidded off the runway to the left. The plane had been traveling from Austin, Texas, before the crash occurred. The Learjet is registered to Chromed in Hollywood, Inc., a Wyoming-based company that lists Vince Neil as its director. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the landing gear failure and the subsequent crash.

Airport Operations Resume After Temporary Closure

Following the crash, Scottsdale Airport announced that the runway was temporarily closed but reopened at around 10:40 p.m. on Monday. Aviation officials and emergency personnel worked tirelessly to separate the two damaged aircraft and secure the area. Kelli Kuester, Aviation Outreach and Planning Coordinator for the Scottsdale Airport, expressed her condolences to the aviation community, stating, "Our thoughts and prayers are going out to everybody in the aviation community that this affects today." The crash has left many in shock, serving as a stark reminder of the risks and unpredictability of air travel.