Austin Tech Leader Killed, 5 Miraculously Rescued in Fiery Texas Jet Crash
Summary
Aircraft Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A chartered Cessna Citation business jet operated by NetJets crashed onto a South Texas highway in Laredo after departing from Mexico and heading to Austin, killing one passenger and leaving the wreckage engulfed in flames. Bystanders and police officers rushed to the scene, pounding on the cockpit windshield to free those trapped inside, allowing five survivors to escape. The five survivors and five responding police officers who were injured during the rescue were transported to a local hospital for evaluation. The NTSB is investigating the mechanical failure that caused the crash.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Baer | Unknown | Fatal |
| NetJets | At-fault party |
Original reporting
Austin Tech Leader Killed, 5 Miraculously Rescued in Fiery Texas Jet Crash