Tara Arnold: Was Houston lawyer in Arnold & Itkin plane that crashed in Bangor? What we know

A Bombardier Challenger linked to Arnold & Itkin crashed in Bangor, killing seven and injuring one; attorney Tara Arnold, wife of cofounder Kurt Arnold, died.

Updated on: Jan 27, 2026, 04:49:55 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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As details of the private jet (Bombardier Challenger 650) crash in Bangor, Maine, on Sunday evening, details on the jet and the passengers inside are emerging.

Tara Arnold was killed in the plane crash in Maine on Sunday. (Arnold & Itkin website)

On Monday, details emerged that the Challenger 60 that crashed in Bangor belonged to a Houston-based law firm, Arnold & Itkin. The plane had eight people on board, the Federal Aviation A dministration (FAA) said.

Later, the FAA confirmed that seven people died and one was seriously injured in the crash, and the after-crash fire that took place from it. But the details of the victim's identities were not revealed.

Tara Arnold, a lawyer with the Arnold & Itkin law firm, and the wife of the firm's co-founder, Kurt Arnold, passed away in the plane crash. Tara Arnold's identity was confirmed to ABC affiliate KTRK by Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Leslie Briones.

On Monday morning, Bangor International Airport Director Jose Saavedra held a press conference on Monday addressing the crash. The plane crashed at the airport around 7:45 p.m. local time during takeoff. But no details on the injured victims were provided in the presser.

Bangor Plane Crash Update: What We Know So Far

The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the incident. The NTSB said that the plane crashed on the tarmac during takeoff and caught fire almost immediately. The Associated Press reported, citing audio recordings of air traffic controllers, that the aircraft was "upside down" when first responders and fire crew arrived. The agency added that more details will be available within a day or two after the probe is completed.

Also read: Bangor Airport plane crash update: What caused the private jet accident? First details emerge

The link of the plane to Arnold & Itkin surfaced based on its registration details. The Associated Press reported that not only was the plane registered to a Houston address same as that of Arnold & Itkin, but one of the firm's founding partners is listed as a registered agent for the company that owns the plane.

Bangor International Airport is located just west of downtown Bangor, Maine, adjacent to Interstate 95 in Penobscot County.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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