Scottsdale, AZ – A fatal plane crash at Scottsdale Airport on February 10, 2025, left one person dead and multiple others injured after a Learjet owned by Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil collided with a parked private jet. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are investigating the accident.
What Happened?
Around 2:45 p.m., the Learjet 35A, registered to Vince Neil’s company, Chromed in Hollywood, attempted to land when it suddenly veered off the runway. The aircraft then crashed into a stationary Gulfstream 200 business jet. Early reports suggest the jet may have experienced a landing gear failure, which could have led to the tragic accident.
Who Was on Board?
Vince Neil was not on the plane, but his longtime girlfriend, Rain Hannah Andreani, and her friend, identified as Ashley, were among the passengers. The jet was also carrying two pilots. Unfortunately, one of the pilots did not survive the crash.
Andreani sustained five broken ribs, while Ashley’s condition has not been publicly disclosed. Both were rushed to a local hospital for medical attention. The dogs travelling with them were unharmed.
The Gulfstream 200 had one person on board, who declined medical treatment.
Reactions & Statements
Vince Neil’s representative, Worrick Robinson, said, “Vince’s thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved, and he is grateful for the quick response of emergency personnel.”
Poison frontman and Neil’s close friend, Bret Michaels, also shared his condolences: “My deepest sympathy and condolences to the pilot that just passed away in Scottsdale Airpark and the other pilot who was injured.”
Investigation Underway
The NTSB and FAA have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash. The runway at Scottsdale Airport was shut down for several hours while authorities assessed the wreckage. Officials will be reviewing flight data, maintenance records, and witness statements to understand what led to the crash.
A String of Aviation Tragedies
This is the fourth fatal plane crash in the U.S. in the past two weeks. Other recent incidents include a devastating mid-air collision between an American Airlines flight and a military helicopter over Washington, D.C., which killed 67 people, a Learjet 55 crash in Pennsylvania that claimed six lives, and a commuter plane accident in Alaska that resulted in ten fatalities.
What’s Next?
Authorities will release further details once the investigation progresses. Meanwhile, the aviation community and the public are mourning the loss of life and awaiting answers about this heartbreaking event.