On October 13, 2025, a Socata TBM-700 (registration N111RF) operated by Easton Air was involved in an aviation accident near New Bedford, United States of America during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost sufficient altitude and airspeed during left-hand turns to strike a vehicle and an embankment. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine airplane crashed into a vehicle and an embankment near New Bedford Airport, resulting in two fatalities.
What happened
During an ascent from Runway 05 at New Bedford Airport, a single-engine airplane encountered heavy rain. Following takeoff, the pilot executed two consecutive left-hand turns, reaching a peak altitude of approximately 750 feet. During this maneuver, the aircraft experienced a loss of airspeed and altitude.
The aircraft subsequently struck a vehicle traveling on Highway 195 before impacting an embankment located between two highways. The impact caused the plane to burst into flames. The accident took place roughly 6.6 km southwest of the airport.
Findings
The crash resulted in two fatalities among the aircraft occupants.
The driver of the involved car sustained injuries.
The accident was characterized by a loss of altitude and speed during flight maneuvers.
Probable cause
The aircraft lost sufficient altitude and airspeed during left-hand turns to strike a vehicle and an embankment.
