The Deadly Plane Crashes in 2025 So Far

Air travel is considered one of the safest modes of transportation, but when accidents happen, they often lead to tragic losses. So far in 2025, at least 13 deadly plane crashes have been recorded worldwide, claiming more than 100 lives.

While aviation experts say the overall number of crashes has decreased compared to past years, the severity of recent incidents has raised concerns. Many of these crashes have occurred within a short time, making it seem like air travel has become more dangerous.

Notable Plane Crashes in 2025Here are some of the major plane crashes that have happened this year:

January 29 – Washington, D.C., USAAn American Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 collided mid-air with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. All 67 people on both aircraft lost their lives, making it the deadliest commercial aviation crash in the U.S. in 15 years.

January 29 – Unity State, South SudanA Beechcraft 1900D operated by Eagle Air crashed shortly after takeoff, killing 20 of the 21 people on board.

January 31 – Philadelphia, USAA Learjet 55 on a medical flight crashed after taking off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, killing all six passengers and one person on the ground.

February 6 – Nome, Alaska, USAA Cessna 208B Grand Caravan carrying 10 people went missing from radar. The wreckage was later found, and all 10 passengers were confirmed dead.

February 12 – San Diego, USAA U.S. military fighter jet crashed into San Diego Bay, but both pilots ejected safely. No fatalities were reported.

February 15 – Covington, Georgia, USAA small Rockwell Commander aircraft crashed after takeoff, killing a husband and wife on board.

February 17 – Toronto, CanadaA Delta Connection Bombardier CRJ900 crash-landed at Toronto Pearson International Airport and flipped upside down. Luckily, all 80 passengers survived, but 21 people suffered injuries.

February 19 – Marana, Arizona, USAA mid-air collision between a Cessna 172S and a Lancair 360 MK II left two people dead. The Cessna managed to land safely.

How Safe Is Flying in 2025?Despite these tragic incidents, aviation remains one of the safest ways to travel. According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), thousands of flights take off and land safely every day.

NTSB Chairperson Jennifer Homendy reassured the public, saying:

“Aviation is incredibly safe. You are at greater risk getting into your car to and from the airport.”

While no form of travel is completely risk-free, experts continue to work on improving flight safety.