Who Is Tara Arnold And Her Husband, Kurt Arnold? Know All About Them Amid Bangor Plane Crash

A private jet crashed at Bangor International Airport in Maine on January 27, 2026, leaving multiple families grieving. According to the initial investigation, the Bombardier Challenger 600-series went down on the runway due to "unknown circumstances." The incident occurred at 7:30 p.m. local time and immediately caught fire after coming to rest on the tarmac. Subsequently, the relevant authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Among the victims identified was Tara Arnold, a prominent Houston-based attorney. 

Who was Tara Arnold?

Tara Arnold's identity was confirmed by Leslie Briones, Commissioner of Harris County Precinct 4. He spoke to an ABC affiliate, KTRK, and described her as a close family friend. Tara was a prominent attorney at the Arnold and Itkin Law firm in Houston, Texas. According to her professional biography, she grew up in Sabine Parish, Louisiana, and developed an early passion for personal injury law. Her interest in the field was influenced by her time working at a local law firm and her mother's advocacy work on behalf of crime victims.

According to Tara's friends and colleagues, she was a committed legal professional and community advocate. Commissioner Briones described Tara as "a phenomenal person, a bold leader, and somebody who had a heart of service." Sharing her feelings on the occasion, she said:

"I worked at Arnold & Itkin for a time, and so I know them well. My heart hurts for them, their children, and their families. This is just a tragedy."

Who is Tara Arnold's husband, Kurt Arnold?

Tara Arnold was married to Kurt Arnold, cofounder of a nationally recognized personal injury law firm, Arnold & Itkin. They had two children, a son, Jaxon, and a daughter, Isla. According to the ones close to them, Tara and Kurt were devoted parents who prioritized family life despite demanding professional schedules. Previously, social media speculation claimed that the aircraft belonged to the Arnold & Itkin law firm. But later it was reported that the jet was registered to the firm. Meanwhile, officials have requested people not to share or believe in unverified claims.

Why was there confusion over the passenger count on the private jet? 

The identities of those who died in the plane crash were unconfirmed for a long time after different news agencies cited different numbers. Initially, the Bangor airport officials stated in a release that six people were presumed dead based on the plane crash. However, the FAA later reported that eight people were on board the aircraft when it crashed during takeoff. Tara Arnold's husband and his business partner were not on the plane. Authorities emphasised that the information remains preliminary and subject to change amid the ongoing investigation. Sharing their views, the airport authority said:

"With the large number of stakeholders involved, it is important that we don't release any information until all parties have completed their work."

What do we know about the Bombardier plane crash? 

According to the FAA, the Bombardier Challenger 600-series jet crashed shortly after takeoff around 7:45 p.m. amid a winter storm. The aircraft came to rest upside down on the runway and caught fire. According to images from the crash, the landing gear was pointed skyward as emergency responders worked through the night. Meanwhile, the airport director, Jose Saavedra, confirmed in a press conference that the aircraft would remain on the runway as investigators begin their work. At the same time, the airport has been closed since the incident and is expected to remain shut until at least January 28, 2026. 

We send our condolences to those who lost their family members in the plane crash.

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