PHILADELPHIA — Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and the City of Philadelphia released a statement today following the release of a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board of its findings on the airplane crash that took place in Northeast Philadelphia on January 31, 2025:

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s and the City of Philadelphia’s thoughts remain with every victim of the medical aircraft crash that occurred on January 31 in Northeast Philadelphia. We are committed to supporting those who were injured and residents and businesses affected by this tragic event.

Today’s report may impact those who experienced the plane crash first-hand, including our first responders, those in the community, and people who viewed video in the media and on social media.

Mayor Parker and the City want to remind you that there are mental wellness resources available, including a virtual help session on Wednesday, March 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. held by the Network of Neighbors, a program from the City’s Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services. For more information email networkofneighbors@phila.gov or call 267-233-4837.

The mayor and City also want to remind residents and businesses that online and in-person resources remain available to them as they continue in their recovery, including the City’s 24/7 Recovery Helpline 215-586-3400 or by visiting the resource assistance location at the Neighborhood and Community Action Center located at, 7374 Edmund Street, Philadelphia, PA 19136.

Information on mental wellness resources, the Network of Neighbors virtual event, and resources for residents and businesses is available in the ongoing update blog on the City’s website.