Plane Crashes 2025: Gut-Wrenching Losses, Trump’s Take, and What’s Going Wrong

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Plane Crashes 2025: Gut-Wrenching Losses, Trump’s Take, and What’s Going Wrong

The plane crashes 2025 have hit us like a ton of bricks, making folks question if flying’s still safe. Here at JV News Nation, your tried-and-true spot for breaking news, we’re diving headfirst into the latest on plane crashes in 2025, what President Trump’s saying, who was on those doomed planes, and why these tragedies keep piling up. I’m JV Charles, Senior Editor, and as a news hound who’s been chasing stories for years, I’m laying it all out with the conservative, MAGA-proud heart our readers vibe with.

Key Takeaways

Over 300 folks lost their lives in plane crashes in 2025 worldwide, with 117 right here in the U.S.
The January 29 Potomac River crash, killing 67 people, was America’s worst air disaster in ages.
President Trump is calling for “a very thorough investigation” of the crash on the Potomac but isn’t apportioning any blame to pilots or air traffic controllers.
Pilot screw-ups cause 80% of crashes, making them the biggest reason for air disasters.
Flying’s still the safest way to get around, no matter how scary the news looks.

A Heartbreaking Year: Plane Crashes in 2025

How Many Planes Crashed in 2025?

The aviation community is reeling from plane crashes in 2025, and the statistics are sobering. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) says there were 250 air mishaps in the U.S. from January 1 to April 24, with 14 deadly crashes by mid-February. Across the globe, 300 people have died in air disasters this year, including the soul-crushing Air India Flight 171 crash in India that wiped out 260 lives.

Here’s the worst of ‘em:

January 29, Washington, D.C.: An American Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 smashed into a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport, killing 67 folks the deadliest U.S. crash in over two decades.
January 31, Philadelphia: A Learjet 55 medical plane plowed into a neighborhood, taking 7 lives, including a kid patient.
February 6, Alaska: A Bering Air Cessna 208B Grand Caravan went down, killing all 10 passengers.
February 19, Arizona: Two small planes banged into each other mid-air near Marana Regional Airport, leaving 2 dead.
July 21, Bangladesh: A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 jet crashed into a school, killing 20 people, including 17 kids.

The U.S. saw 99 air mishaps in January and February fewer than the 1,417 crashes in 2024 but the death toll’s higher, with 85 in the U.S. compared to 42 last year.

What’s Trump Saying About the Crashes?

President Trump didn’t hold back on the January 29 Potomac River crash, calling for a full-on investigation. From the White House, he said, “I sure hope that ain’t what happened,” when folks asked if pilots or air traffic controllers messed up. He added, “We’re still digging into what caused it,” telling everyone to chill ‘til the NTSB’s got answers. Trump also swatted away talk that his federal employee buyout plan’s to blame, backing the air travel world’s safety standards.

At JV News Nation, we’re all about Trump’s straight-shooting style stick to the truth, don’t point fingers too soon. That’s the kind of breaking news we bring you.

Who Was on Those Planes?

The plane crashes in 2025 have ripped families to pieces, taking folks from every corner of life:

Potomac River Crash, January 29: The American flight had 64 passengers and crew on board, including flight attendant Ian Epstein, a popular man with a large smile and travel stories to share.
Philadelphia Crash, January 31: The medical flight had 6 onboard, including the young patient and the medical crew. There was also one fatality on the ground.
Alaska Crash (February 6): The Bering Air flight carried 10 passengers, mostly locals headed to Nome.
South Sudan Crash (January 29): A Beechcraft 1900 with oil workers went down, killing 20 of 21 onboard.
Air India Flight 171 (June 12): The crash took 241 passengers and crew, with one survivor, and 19 on the ground.

These stories break our hearts, and we’re fighting for answers to honor those we lost.

Crashes Since Trump Took Office

Since President Trump started his second term on January 20, 2025, the U.S. has had 13 deadly plane crashes with 85 deaths by mid-February. That covers the Potomac River, Philadelphia, and Alaska crashes, plus smaller ones in Virginia, Wyoming, Arkansas, California, and Nevada. Worldwide, big crashes like Air India and Bangladesh added to the 300 deaths.

Some people online are trying to tie these to Trump’s policies, like air traffic controller staffing, but there’s no proof. The NTSB and FAA say hold off investigations are still going, and we’re with ‘em on waiting for the real story.

Why Do Planes Keep Crashing?

Figuring out why plane crashes in 2025 are happening is the only way to stop ‘em. Experts say pilot screw-ups cause 80% of air disasters, with 53% tied straight to pilots, followed by gear breaking down (21%) and lousy weather (11%).

Here’s what’s behind some 2025 crashes:

Mid-Air Smash-Ups: The Potomac River and Arizona crashes show how crowded skies near airports can go bad fast.
Gear Breaking Down: The Bangladesh jet crash was blamed on a glitch, and Air India’s crash had some odd fuel switch trouble.
Pilot Screw-Ups: Early buzz on Air India points to a possible fuel mix-up, based on cockpit talk.
Weather and Runways: The Alaska crash might’ve been worse ‘cause of fog and a rough runway.

At JV News Nation, we’re pushing for fixes better pilot training, tighter gear checks, and stronger FAA rules to keep flying the safest way to get around.

Flying’s Still Safer Than the Road

Even with the awful plane crashes in 2025, experts like NTSB chair Jennifer Homendy swear flying’s the safest way to get around. Back in 2007, the NTSB counted 6.84 crashes per 100,000 flight hours, with just 1.19 deadly ones, a huge step up from 1994’s 9.08 crashes. Compare that to car wrecks, which kill 40,000 Americans a year, and flying’s a walk in the park.

But people are spooked. An AP-NORC poll says only 64% of Americans think flying’s “very safe” or “kinda safe,” down from 71% in 2024. Crash videos blowing up online ain’t helping, but we’re here to cut through the noise with straight-up facts and back Trump’s call for real answers.

FAQs

How many plane crashes in 2025?

By August 1, 2025, the U.S. had 99 air mishaps, with 14 deadly crashes killing 85 folks. Worldwide, 300 lives were lost.

What’d Trump say about the 2025 crashes?

Trump’s demanding a deep dive into the January 29 Potomac River crash, saying there’s no proof yet pilots or air traffic folks messed up. He’s waiting for the NTSB’s word.

Who died in the 2025 crashes?

The dead included flight attendant Ian Epstein in the Potomac crash, a pediatric patient in Philadelphia, oil workers in South Sudan and the 241 passengers and crew on Air India Flight 171.

How many plane crashes have there been since Trump took office?

13 fatal U.S. plane crashes have taken place since Jan. 20, 2025, killing 85, with dozens more globally, including Air India and Bangladesh.

What makes planes crash?

Pilot screw-ups (80%), gear breaking down (21%), and lousy weather (11%) are the big reasons. 2025 crashes involved smash-ups, glitches, and possible pilot mistakes.

Wrapping It Up

The plane crashes in 2025 have left us hurting, but JV News Nation’s here with breaking news you can bank on. With 300 lives lost worldwide and 117 in the U.S., these tragedies demand we step up. President Trump’s call for answers matches our fight for accountability and safer skies. By tackling pilot screw-ups, gear breaking down, and lousy weather, we can keep the air travel world strong. Stick with us for the real deal, and let’s make America’s skies safe again.

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