R.I. couple killed, driver on the ground injured when plane crashes onto highway in Dartmouth

Plane Crash on Highway in Dartmouth

A small airplane crashed onto Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, during Monday morning rush hour, killing two people from Rhode Island on board.

The crash occurred as a nor'easter was bringing rain and strong winds to the area. Despite the severity of the incident, no motorists on the highway were seriously injured, according to New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell.

A woman whose car was struck by debris was taken to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, as reported by state police. Videos taken by passing vehicles show a large amount of black smoke rising from the plane's fuselage, which came to rest on its side.

A woman whose car was struck was taken to a hospital for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Author's summary: Plane crash kills two on Massachusetts highway.

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Boston.com Boston.com — 2025-10-14