4th Victim of Bangor Plane Crash Identified

Nick Mastrascusa, a parent and coach, was among the six killed in the Sunday night crash.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 7:15pm

A fourth victim of the private jet crash in Bangor, Maine that killed all six occupants on Sunday night has been identified as Nick Mastrascusa, a parent and coach in the local community. The business jet, registered to a Texas law firm, flipped over and caught fire during takeoff at Bangor International Airport.

Why it matters

The tragic plane crash has devastated the Bangor community, with four of the six victims now identified. The incident has raised questions about the safety of private air travel and the need for thorough investigations into the causes of such accidents.

The details

Nick Mastrascusa is identified in a GoFundMe fundraiser as 'a parent, coach, and friend' in the local 'ohana (Hawaiian word for family)'. His connection to the ill-fated jet, which was registered to principals of a Texas law firm, was not immediately known. The business jet flipped over and caught fire as it was taking off around 7:45 p.m. Sunday at Bangor International Airport.

  • The plane crash occurred on Sunday night around 7:45 p.m.

The players

Nick Mastrascusa

A parent, coach, and friend in the Bangor community who was among the six killed in the plane crash.

Tara Arnold

One of the other victims of the Bangor plane crash identified by family and friends.

Shawna Collins

One of the other victims of the Bangor plane crash identified by family and friends.

Jacob Hosmer

The pilot of the private jet that crashed in Bangor, killing all six on board.

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What’s next

Authorities are investigating the cause of the plane crash, which occurred during takeoff at Bangor International Airport.

The takeaway

The Bangor plane crash has devastated the local community, with four of the six victims now identified. The incident highlights the need for thorough investigations into private air travel accidents to improve safety and prevent such tragedies in the future.