A 10-year-old boy is recovering after shielding his sister from debris during a plane crash in Philadelphia on February 3, 2025. Trey Howard was injured when a Learjet 55 air ambulance crashed, killing all six people on board and injuring 24 others on the ground.
- 10-year-old boy saves sister from debris
- Trey Howard underwent emergency brain surgery
- Plane crash occurred in Philadelphia last week
- Six fatalities, including a medical patient
- 24 people on the ground were injured
- Investigation ongoing; casualty numbers may change
The crash took place while Andre Howard was driving with his children to get donuts. As the plane descended, Trey instinctively covered his younger sister and urged her to get down. His father reported hearing loud noises as metal struck their vehicle. Following the impact, Trey sustained severe head injuries from flying debris.
In the aftermath of the accident:
- All six occupants of the Learjet were killed.
- A nearby motorist, Steven Dreuitt, also lost his life.
- A total of 24 individuals on the ground suffered various injuries.
Trey underwent emergency brain surgery and has shown significant improvement since waking up. His first concern was for his sister’s safety. Medical professionals had initially warned that he might not survive due to the extent of his injuries; however, he continues to recover daily. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, with officials noting that casualty figures may change as more information becomes available.
This tragic event underscores both the dangers associated with air travel and the remarkable instinctive actions taken by young Trey Howard to protect his sister amidst chaos.
