A 10-year-old boy, Trey Howard, is recovering after a plane crash in Philadelphia on February 3, 2025. He protected his younger sister from debris when a medical transport plane crashed, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.
- 10-year-old boy saves sister from debris
- Trey Howard underwent emergency brain surgery
- Plane crash occurred in Philadelphia last week
- All six on board the plane died
- 24 people on the ground were injured
- Family optimistic about Trey’s recovery
The tragic incident occurred on Friday evening when a Learjet 55 air ambulance crashed in Philadelphia. The aircraft was transporting patients when it lost control and struck vehicles on the ground. In total, seven individuals were killed: six on board the plane and one person inside a vehicle. Additionally, at least 24 others sustained injuries due to the debris scattered by the crash.
Trey’s father, Andre Howard Jr., recounted how his son acted heroically during the chaos. As debris fell around them, Trey shielded his sister by telling her to get down just before glass shattered around them. Andre described seeing metal protruding from Trey’s head as he attempted to stop the bleeding using socks and clothing provided by another bystander.
- Fatalities: Seven (6 aboard the plane; 1 on the ground)
- Injuries: At least 24 individuals
- Date of Incident: February 3, 2025
Doctors initially warned that Trey might not survive due to his severe injuries; however, he has been improving daily since undergoing emergency brain surgery. After waking up post-surgery, one of Trey’s first questions was about his sister’s safety—a testament to his protective instincts during the traumatic event.
The recovery of Trey Howard highlights both personal bravery in crisis situations and ongoing concerns regarding aviation safety standards following such tragic events.
