In Jan 2026, REO Speedwagon narrowly avoided a crash in their private plane due to mechanical failure and bad weather, prompting calls for tighter private aviation safety rules.

In January 2026, members of the rock band REO Speedwagon recounted a dangerous incident involving their private plane, describing a near-crash during a flight due to mechanical failure and poor weather conditions. The band’s pilot managed to regain control and make an emergency landing, avoiding injury. The event has prompted renewed calls for stricter safety regulations in private aviation.