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Small Plane Crashes On Laredo Highway; Bystanders Rush To Free ... A small aircraft crashed onto a major highway in Laredo, Texas, late Tuesday night, bursting into flames and triggering a frantic rescue effort by motorists who rushed to help people trapped inside the wreckage. The aircraft went down shortly after 10 p.m. near Loop 20, according to investigators with the Laredo Police Department. The plane crashed into a highway barrier before catching fire, forcing authorities to shut down the roadway in both directions as emergency crews responded. Breaking It Down What safety measures are taken after a plane crash? How do different plane crashes vary in their impacts? What factors contribute to the likelihood of plane crashes? Created with AI. Errors are possible Videos circulating online showed the damaged aircraft lying on its side with flames engulfing parts of the fuselage. Witnesses reported seeing people trapped inside attempting to break the cockpit window as smoke and fire spread around the wreckage. Motorists Rush To Help Occupants Escape Among the first witnesses at the scene was Laredo resident Zayra Garza, who was driving colleagues home when she encountered the cra…

Texas crash update: One dead after private jet skids onto highway, erupts in flames A private jet crash in Laredo, Texas, led to a dramatic rescue effort as bystanders and first responders used tools to free trapped passengers.

2 killed in fiery plane crash north of Houston Klein Fire Department via Facebook Two people died in a plane crash outside Hooks Airport near Tomball, Texas, on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Two people were killed Sunday afternoon when a small plane crashed near an airport north of Houston, according to local authorities. The pilot of a Cessna 340, along with a lone passenger, died in the fiery crash just south of Hooks Airport near Tomball, according to a social media post by the Klein Fire Department, which said there were no survivors. The twin-engine plane had recently departed the airport after refueling, the fire department wrote in its post. Sign up for the Hello, Houston! daily newsletter to get local reports like this delivered directly to your inbox. "Shortly after takeoff, the pilot reported complications and initiated a return to Hooks," the fire department wrote. "However, the aircraft crashed in an open field just south of a runway." Klein Fire Department via Facebook A twin-engine airplane crashed in a field outside Hooks Airport near Tomball, Texas, on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, killing the pilot and passenger on board, according to the Klein Fire Department. Sgt. Richard S…

1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave ... - WRAL 1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to try to help A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, authorities said, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside. Posted 6/17/2026, 4:43:09 AM Updated 6/17/2026, 6:53:11 AM Related Associated Press AP U.S. news A passenger, top, jumps out of a plane after it crashed on a highway as other people help Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Laredo, Texas. (Zayra Garza via AP) By HALLIE GOLDEN — Associated Press A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, authorities said, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside. Drivers who came upon the burning plane, which was nearly sheared in half and tipped on its side, captured dramatic rescue scenes on video or rushed toward the aircraft on foot to help. Two people came running with a s…

Laredo, Texas plane crash: Shocking video shows first responders ... A small plane crashed on a highway inLaredo,Texas, catching fire on Tuesday night, June 16. A shocking new video surfacing on X shows first responders breaking a cockpit window at the scene near Loop 20. You can check out the video here:https://x.com/AZ_Intel_/status/2067110828327788695?s=20 The crash caused chaos, with people leaving their vehicles to desperately try and smash the cockpit and free people inside. According to police, six people were on board when the plane crash, Newsday reported. However, no one was killed. Theaircraftcrashed in Laredo shortly after 10 pm, confirmed Jose Baeza, an investigator with the Laredo Police Department. No immediate reports of injuries to those in vehicles on the highway, Loop 20, have emerged, he added. The Loop was closed in both directions after the crash. Shocking videos surfacing on X shows the aircraft on its side, crashed into a highway barrier, on fire. Zayra Garza, an esthetician, was driving her coworkers home when she spotted the scene, topped her vehicle and started shooting videos. Also Read |N523QS NetJets plane: 5 things about Cessna Citation Latitud…

Plane crashes into Texas highway and catches fire with people trapped ... Plane crashes into Texas highway and catches fire with people trapped inside One person has been killed after a business jet crashed onto a highway in Laredo, Texas - with drivers leaving their vehicles and smashing the plane's windows to free passengers Comments News Zahra Khaliq News Reporter 07:13, 17 Jun 2026 Updated 07:30, 17 Jun 2026 View 2 Images One person has died in the crash (Image: AP) A business jet crashed and burst into flames on a busy Texas highway, with one person killed and drivers rushing to smash the plan e's windows in a bid to free passengers. ‌ The plane was carrying six passengers when it went down on the Loop 20 highway in Laredo at around 10pm local time on Tuesday. ‌ Images showed the small aircraft flipped on its side with flames tearing through the back and a thick column of smoke rising above it after it collided into a barrier on the highway. The tail was ripped from the fuselage. ‌ It was unclear if the person who died was on the plane or the ground. No injuries on the ground were immediately reported, though five officers were taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation. View…

1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave ... Facebook Twitter WhatsApp LinkedIn SMS Email Texas Plane Crash Zayra Garza - Zayra Garza A passenger, top, jumps out of a plane after it crashed on a highway as other people help Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Laredo, Texas. (Zayra Garza via AP) Show more Show less Facebook Twitter WhatsApp LinkedIn SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, authorities said, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside. Drivers who came upon the burning plane, which was nearly sheared in half and tipped on its side, captured dramatic rescue scenes on video or rushed toward the aircraft on foot to help. Two people came running with a sledgehammer and shovel, which they used to strike the cockpit glass and try propping open the plane's door. The plane crashed on the Loop 20 highway near the Texas-Mexico border shortly after 10 p.m., said Jose Baeza, an investigator with the Laredo Police Department. It was unclear if the person who died was …

Terrifying scenes as plane catches fire during Texas air show ByNOA HALFF, US NEWS REPORTER Published:16:15 EDT, 16 February 2025|Updated:16:42 EDT, 16 February 2025 45 Viewcomments Terrifying scenes unfolded at aTexasair show when a plane burst into flames during an emergency landing. The aircraft crashed at the WBCA Air Show at Laredo International Airport, and became engulfed in fire as horrified spectators watched. According to reports, the A20 Havoc 'N747HS' suffered engine problems before it landed, although the cause of the crash remains under investigation. The crash left its pilot with serious head injuries, the Laredo Police Department toldLMTonline. Emergency services rushed to the runway, with fire crews battling to contain the blaze while paramedics tended to the injured pilot. Fire Department spokesperson Hernan Martinez revealed the pilot suffered serious facial and head injuries in the crash and is being airlifted to San Antonio for urgent medical treatment. 'The plane did have mechanical issues in the air and had to do an emergency landing. The pilot did suffer injuries, facial and head and he is going to be flown out to San Antonio by air,' Martinez tol…

One killed in fiery plane crash on Texas highway ByMELISSA KOENIG, US REPORTERand ASSOCIATED PRESS Published:01:50 EDT, 17 June 2026|Updated:02:41 EDT, 17 June 2026 18 Viewcomments One person was killed when a small passenger plane caught fire and crash landed along a majorTexashighway on Tuesday, leaving first responders and quick-thinking motorists desperately trying to save the others onboard. There were six passengers onboard the Cessna Citation Latitude twin jet when it came hurtling down on Texas State Highway Loop 20 at around 10pm, according to  Jose Baeza, an investigator with the Laredo Police Department. One person was killed in the collision, and five officers were rushed to the hospital for smoke inhalation in the aftermath. Authorities are now looking into what may have caused the small plane to crash, hours after it departed from Los Cabos International Airport inMexicoat 6.19pm. It was on its way to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport when it crashed. Witnesses had reported seeing the business jet falling from the sky over Highway 59 already on fire,KIITV reports. Shocking video shared online then showed the small aircraft laying on its side with flames…

Small Plane Crashes, Bursts Into Flames on Texas Highway; 1 Killed Updated 17 June 2026 at 11:29 IST A business jet crashed on Loop 20 highway in Laredo, Texas, Tuesday night, killing one person and igniting chaos as bystanders attempted to rescue those inside. The Cessna Citation Latitude, which left Los Cabos International Airport, had six onboard. Melvin Narayan World News 3 min read Follow : Small Plane Crashes, Bursts Into Flames on Texas Highway; 1 Killed, Multiple People Rescued | Image: AP Texas: A business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside. The plane had six people onboard when it crashed on the Loop 20 highway shortly after 10 p.m., said Jose Baeza, an investigator with the Laredo Police Department. It was unclear if the person who died was on the plane or the ground. No injuries on the ground were immediately reported, though five officers were taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation. The plane was a Cessna Citation Latitude twin jet, according to information from FligthAware, an av…

Plane Crashes During Texas Air Show Performance—Caught on Camera FL360aero / YouTube A thrilling air show in Laredo, Texas took a sudden and dangerous turn when a plane caught fire mid-air, forcing an emergency landing. This incident happened during the WBCA Stars & Stripes Air Show Spectacular at Laredo International Airport on Sunday. The pilot, a man in his 70s, is now in critical condition and receiving treatment in San Antonio. The last airworthy A-20 Havoc engine reportedly caught fire just before 1:00 p.m (Feb 16). while it was still in the air. Despite the flames, the pilot managed to land the aircraft safely. Emergency crews quickly extinguished the fire upon landing. The pilot, who suffered facial and head injuries, was taken to Laredo Medical Center and later transferred to a hospital in San Antonio for further observation. Bartlett Avenue and Jacaman Road, near the airport, were temporarily closed. This allowed emergency vehicles to access the site without any obstructions. Fortunately, the air show resumed at 1:30 p.m., allowing spectators to continue enjoying the event. Laredo Fire Department spokesperson Hernan Martinez explained that the plane experienced mecha…

Texas Jet Crash: Harrowing First-Hand Account of Passengers Escaping ... Screenshot/Instagram/zayra.garza A private business jet flying from Mexico to Austin crashed onto a motorway in Laredo, Texas, on Tuesday night, killing one person and triggering a frantic rescue as bystanders and first responders used a sledgehammer and shovel to smash the cockpit window and drag survivors from the burning aircraft. The Texas jet crash, which happened shortly after 10 p.m. on Loop 20 near the Texas–Mexico border, left the Cessna business jet torn almost in half and resting on its side across the carriageway. Texas Jet Crash: 'It Looked Like Part Of A Movie' Dashcam and mobile phone footage from the Texas jet crash show the aircraft skidding down the highway, taking out light posts before coming to a stop across the central divider, flames already licking along the fuselage. Zayra Garza, an esthetician who was driving colleagues home, began filming as she approached the wreckage. She told the Associated Press it was like watching a film rather than real life. 'It looked like part of a movie. I was in shock,' she said. Garza stopped her vehicle opposite the crippled jet and kept recording as s…

Texas Plane Crash Kills One, Viral Rescue Footage Emerges — Chilling scenes reminiscent of a Hollywood action film unfolded in Laredo, Texas, after a small aircraft crashed onto a highway and burst into flames. The crash occurred late Tuesday evening—just after 10 p.m. local time—on Loop 20, according to the Laredo Police Department. Drivers who witnessed the crash rushed to help, quickly opening the plane’s door to evacuate passengers. Viral videos circulating online show the aircraft flipped onto its side, wedged against the highway’s median barrier, engulfed in fire. Young survivors are seen sprinting away moments after the door was opened. Others can be seen attempting to break the cockpit window to free the pilot, while emergency responders work to extract an unresponsive passenger from the burning wreckage. Six people were aboard the aircraft. One person died at the scene due to injuries sustained in the impact. Five others were injured—including the pilot—and transported to local hospitals. In addition, five police officers were hospitalized for smoke inhalation. The plane also struck a vehicle during the crash. Multiple emergency response units—including fire, EMS, and…

Bystanders rush to save passengers in Texas jet crash By Hallie GoldenAssociated Press LAREDO, Texas — A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, authorities said, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside. Drivers who came upon the burning plane, which was nearly sheared in half and tipped on its side, captured dramatic rescue scenes on video or rushed toward the aircraft on foot to help. Two people came running with a sledgehammer and shovel, which they used to strike the cockpit glass and try propping open the plane’s door. | DOWNLOAD:How to buy inventory management software (eBook) The plane crashed on the Loop 20 highway near the Texas-Mexico border shortly after 10 p.m., said Jose Baeza, an investigator with the Laredo Police Department. It was unclear if the person who died was on the plane or the ground. Dashcam footage posted on social media showed the aircraft careening down the highway, taking out a light post before coming to a stop. It came to a rest not far from the Laredo International Airport. “It loo…

Texas plane crash: Small aircraft crashes onto highway in Laredo ... News Desk Last Updated: 17 June 2026, 10:01 AM IST Share Videos circulating on social media showed rescuers smashing a cockpit window to reach occupants as flames engulfed parts of the aircraft. A video showing the accident in Texas Laredo, Texas: Emergency crews launched a rescue operation late Tuesday after a small aircraft crashed onto a highway in southern Texas and burst into flames, authorities said. The plane went down shortly after 10 p.m. on Loop 20 in Laredo, coming to rest on its side against a highway barrier. Rescue personnel rushed to the scene and worked to free those trapped inside the wreckage. According to Jose Baeza, an investigator with the Laredo Police Department, the number of people on board and the extent of their injuries were not immediately known. Dramatic videos circulating on social media showed rescuers smashing a cockpit window to reach occupants as flames engulfed parts of the aircraft. Authorities said there were no immediate reports of injuries to motorists travelling on the highway at the time of the crash. The roadway was closed in both directions as emergency responders secur…

1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave ... 1 of 3 A passenger, top, jumps out of a plane after it crashed on a highway as other people help Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Laredo, Texas. (Zayra Garza via AP) 2 of 3 People attempt to pull passengers out of a plane after it crashed on a highway Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Laredo, Texas. (Zayra Garza via AP) 3 of 3 People attempt to pull passengers out of a plane after it crashed on a highway Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Laredo, Texas. (Zayra Garza via AP) 1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to try to help BY Associated Press AP PUBLISHED 3:11 AM ET Jun. 17, 2026 PUBLISHED June 17, 2026 @3:11 AM SHARE A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, authorities said, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside. Drivers who came upon the burning plane, which was nearly sheared in half and tipped on its side, captured dramatic rescue scenes on video or rushed toward the aircraft on foot to help. Two people came running with a sled…

NetJets Cessna Citation crashed near Laredo, Texas after emergency diversion. One dead, five injured. Aircraft struck vehicle near airport as rescue crews responded to fire and smoke. #reels #viral #CaughtOnCamera #trending #unexpected

NetJets aircraft crashes on Texas highway, killing one and injuring five <p>The jet, owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, lost contact with air traffic control and crashed in Laredo</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/news/2026/feb/17/sign-up-for-the-breaking-news-us-email-to-get-newsletter-alerts-direct-to-your-inbox?utm_medium=ACQUISITIONS_STANDFIRST&amp;utm_campaign=BN22326&amp;utm_content=signup&amp;utm_term=standfirst&amp;utm_source=GUARDIAN_WEB">Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email</a></p></li></ul><p>A private jet carrying six people crashed on a highway in Laredo, <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/texas">Texas</a> on Tuesday night, killing one person, local police said.</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&amp;v=993526286767397">Videos</a> shared online by the Laredo police department showed the wreckage of the aircraft and firefighters working at the scene. Other footage, <a href="https://x.com/AP/status/2067207475896459479">shared by the Associated Press</a>, captured the immediate aftermath of the crash, with flames rising from the plane as police and others worked to pull people from it.…

Plane crashes on Laredo highway, crews rush to rescue Bystanders rush to rescue passengers after small plane crashes on Texas highway, killing 1 Bystanders rush to rescue passengers after small plane crashes on Texas highway, killing 1 Oh my gosh. Like it What's up. Oh my God. We got, we got Hi Damian mention. Oh my God, my husband's. No. you I know you met. Uh-huh. I said, Papa, I don't like you know those kids because there's kids here. Updated: 7:15 AM EDT Jun 17, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ The Associated Press Advertisement Bystanders rush to rescue passengers after small plane crashes on Texas highway, killing 1 Updated: 7:15 AM EDT Jun 17, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ The Associated Press A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, and caught fire Tuesday night, authorities said, killing one person and causing chaos as people left their vehicles to frantically try to smash the cockpit window and free those inside.Video above: Bystanders attempting to rescue those involved in the crashDrivers who came upon the burning plane, which was nearly sheared in half and tipped on its side, captured dramatic rescue scenes on video or rushed toward the a…

One Dead After Business Jet Crashes and Catches Fire on Texas Highway One Dead After Business Jet Crashes and Catches Fire on Texas Highway 17/06/2026 Share: 17/06/2026 Share: Share Story LAREDO, Texas, June 17:  A business jet carrying six people crashed onto a highway near the Texas-Mexico border late Tuesday, killing one person and triggering dramatic rescue efforts by motorists and emergency responders. The aircraft, identified as a Cessna Citation Latitude operated by NetJets, crashed on Loop 20 in Laredo shortly after 10 p.m. local time. The jet burst into flames upon impact, leaving the fuselage nearly torn in half and resting on its side beside the roadway. Authorities confirmed one fatality but have not yet determined whether the victim was aboard the aircraft or on the ground. No injuries to people on the highway were immediately reported, although five police officers were hospitalized for smoke inhalation while assisting at the scene. Witnesses described chaotic moments as passing motorists abandoned their vehicles and rushed toward the burning aircraft in an attempt to rescue those trapped inside. Videos shared on social media showed bystanders using a sledge…

Laredo, Texas plane crash: Shocking video shows first responders breaking cockpit window as fire engulfs aircraft A small plane crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, catching fire. A new video shows first responders breaking a cockpit window at the scene near Loop 20.