Bangor Airport to Reopen After Fatal Crash

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The Bangor International Airport in Maine will reopen to regular traffic at noon on Thursday, four days after a fatal private plane crash that killed all six people aboard. The runway has been closed since the Sunday night incident, which was the deadliest passenger plane crash in the state in decades. Airport officials say the closure prompted the cancellation of at least 35 arrivals and 35 departures, though the total number of impacted flights is unclear.

Why it matters

The Bangor airport closure disrupted travel plans for many passengers and airlines in the region, underscoring the broader impact of transportation infrastructure failures. The deadly crash also raised concerns about aviation safety in Maine, which has seen relatively few major incidents in recent years.

The details

The private jet inverted and caught fire while attempting to take off from the Bangor airport on Sunday night. All six people aboard the plane were presumed dead, though officials have not confirmed their identities. The runway closure prompted the cancellation of at least 35 arrivals and 35 departures, though the total number of impacted flights was not immediately clear.

• The runway has been closed since Sunday night following the fatal crash.
• The Bangor International Airport will reopen to regular traffic at noon on Thursday, January 30, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Officials said the cause of the crash is still under investigation.