Jet Hits Car after Departure near Phoenix, Resulting in 5 Fatalities

Authorities reported a fatal incident where a small jet collided with a vehicle following its takeoff from an airport close to Phoenix, causing five deaths.

The incident occurred at Mesa’s Falcon Field Airport, with police indicating that the Honda HA-420 business jet hit a car outside airport boundaries just after 4:40 p.m., as stated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The aircraft appeared to breach the perimeter fence before impacting the vehicle, resulting in the tragic event.

Video footage from the scene depicted a significant blaze on a road nearby the point of collision.

Thick smoke could be seen rising from the site on the road where the aerospace and automobile accident occurred.

Police confirmed that five fatalities occurred on-site. Although five passengers were reported to be on the aircraft, it remains unclear whether all were among the deceased or if the vehicle occupants were affected.

Officials announced that the vicinity will be closed for several hours to facilitate a thorough investigation into the crash.

The Honda HA-420 jet, known for needing about 4,000 feet to take off and its ability to travel up to 485 mph, typically accommodates a crew of two in addition to up to six passengers.

The FAA, alongside NTSB and local Mesa authorities, will be conducting a detailed inquiry. Additional details have yet to be disclosed.