1 person killed when plane operated by Columbus-based company crashes in Texas

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Laredo, Texas
Loop 20 highway near Laredo International Airport
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Incident type
Aircraft, Crash, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A Cessna Citation Latitude twin jet operated by NetJets crashed on Loop 20 highway in Laredo, Texas, shortly after 10 p.m. Tuesday after the crew reported mechanical problems and lost communication with the tower while seeking an emergency landing. The plane departed San José del Cabo, Mexico, and was bound for Austin, Texas. Six people were on board; one died in the crash, and the aircraft caught fire. Five police officers were treated at a hospital for smoke inhalation while assisting with rescue efforts.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
NetJets At-fault party

Original reporting

1 person killed when plane operated by Columbus-based company crashes in Texas | WOSU Public Media

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