Father of 3 Identified as 4th Victim in Private Plane Crash in Maine That Killed 6, Family Says

A fourth victim of the private plane crash in Maine earlier this week has been identified.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said a Bombardier Challenger 650 crashed during takeoff at about 7:45 p.m. local time on Sunday, Jan. 25, at Bangor International Airport.

In an updated accident notice, the agency said six people died in the incident, including four passengers and two members of the flight crew. No one survived.

The identities of three victims had previously been made public. On Jan. 27, Nick Mastrascusa was identified by his wife as the fourth victim, according to ABC 13.

Mastrascusa is survived by his wife and their three children, his family said in a verified GoFundMe fundraiser. “We are heartbroken to share the tragic news of the loss of Nick Mastrascusa, a parent, coach, and friend in our ‘ohana,” his relatives wrote, using the Hawaiian word for “family.”

According to ABC13, Mastrascusa was a chef who worked in some of the “world’s most exclusive restaurants and resorts.”

“Nick touched the lives of so many in our community through his kindness, dedication, generosity and friendship,” his family wrote. “As we grieve this unimaginable loss, our hearts are with the Mastrascusa family and all who knew and loved Nick.”

The GoFundMe had raised more than $100,000 toward its $110,000 goal as of publication time. “Please join us in holding the Mastrascusa family in your thoughts and hearts, and consider making a contribution to help them through this challenging time,” the fundraiser states. “Your support will make a meaningful difference as we surround this family with love and hope.”

Jacob Hosmer, a 47-year-old Houston-area pilot, was previously identified as the captain of the flight, according to NBC affiliate KPRC, citing his father.

The plane was registered to a company with a Houston address shared with the personal injury law firm Arnold & Itkin, Reuters previously reported. Hosmer had Houston-based injury law firm Arnold & Itkin LLP listed as his employer on LinkedIn.

While the firm’s founders, Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin, reportedly were not on the aircraft, ABC affiliate KTRK said Kurt’s wife, attorney Tara Arnold, was among the victims, citing sources.

Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones, a close friend of the family, described Tara to the outlet as “a phenomenal person, a bold leader, and someone with a heart of service.”

“My heart is with Kurt, their children, and everyone affected,” Briones said at the time.

Event planner Shawna Collins’s daughter said her mother was also on board the aircraft, per the outlet. Collins reportedly spoke to her daughter just before the flight and was headed to Europe for a business trip.