vVince Neil’s private jet crashed into a parked plane after landing at Scottsdale Airport in Arizona on Monday.
One person died, and three others were injured, two critically. They were taken to hospitals in metro Phoenix. TMZ reported that Neil’s girlfriend, Rain, survived the crash. She and her friend Ashley are in the hospital. Rain broke five ribs, but the dogs they were traveling with also survived. The crash happened around 2:30 p.m. and shut down the runway.
“Earlier today a private plane owned by Vince Neil was involved in a crash near Scottsdale, AZ,” Mötley Crüe said in a statement. “The pilot was tragically killed; the co-pilot and other passengers were taken to local hospitals. Vince was not on the plane.”
“Vince’s girlfriend and her friend suffered injuries, albeit not life threatening. While details are still emerging, our hearts go out to both the pilot who lost his life and the passengers who suffered injuries. Motley Crue will announce a way to help support the family of the deceased pilot – stand by for an announcement very soon,” the band added.
A spokesperson for Neil told the AZFamily news anchor Derek Staahl, “Singer Vince Neil was NOT on the plane that crashed in Scottsdale, although it was his plane. ‘Mr. Neil’s thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved, and he is grateful for the critical aid of all first responders assisting today,’ a spokesperson said.”
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky gave the following statement about the incident, via Blabbermouth, “Today, Scottsdale sadly experienced an aircraft accident at our airport. Based on the information provided thus far, it appears at least one person is dead after two jets collided on the runway at Scottsdale Airport.”
“The accident happened just before 3 p.m. when a Learjet 35A veered off the runway after landing, according to information provided by the Federal Aviation Administration,” she stated.
The New York Times reported that Neil’s plane went off the runway after its landing gear failed, crashing into a parked jet. One person died, two others were critically injured, and another was taken to the hospital in stable condition. One passenger refused treatment.
— Mötley Crüe (@MotleyCrue) February 11, 2025
BREAKING: Singer Vince Neil was NOT on the plane that crashed in Scottsdale, although it was his plane. "Mr. Neil’s thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved, and he is grateful for the critical aid of all first responders assisting today," a spokesperson said. @azfamily
— Derek Staahl (@DerekStaahl) February 11, 2025
