Second Plane Crash in 24 Hours Shocks U.S.; 3 Killed in Florida Small Aircraft Accident

Washington, April 12, 2025 . U.S. News — In a tragic sequence of events, the United States has witnessed its second fatal aviation accident within 24 hours. After a helicopter crash in New York claimed six lives, including children and a tech CEO’s family, a small plane crash in Boca Raton, Florida has now killed all three people on board.

Florida Crash: Cessna 310R Falls Shortly After Takeoff

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and local emergency responders, the accident took place on Friday morning shortly after 10:15 a.m. local time, when a Cessna 310R aircraft took off from Boca Raton Airport en route to Tallahassee International Airport.

The aircraft remained airborne for 8 to 10 minutes before encountering mechanical difficulties, as confirmed by NTSB investigator Kurt Gibson. The plane ultimately crashed near Military Trail, striking a vehicle, catching fire, and then colliding with a tree.

“The plane had clear mechanical issues. It first hit a car before catching fire and crashing into a tree,” said Assistant Fire Chief Michael LaSalle of Boca Fire Rescue.

Ground Impact: One Injured, Road and Rail Traffic Disrupted

The car that the aircraft collided with had one occupant, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The impact pushed the vehicle onto nearby railroad tracks, leading to a temporary suspension of rail services and the closure of several roads near the Boca Raton Airport.

Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer extended condolences, stating:

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and everyone affected by this devastating accident.”

Aviation Under Scrutiny After Twin Crashes

This Florida tragedy follows closely on the heels of Thursday’s helicopter crash in New York, which claimed six lives, including three children and Siemens U.S. CEO Agustin Escobar and his entire family.

With two deadly crashes within a span of 24 hours, aviation safety is once again under the spotlight in the U.S., prompting federal investigations by both the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).