On November 1, 2026, a Learjet 60 private jet crashed in a residential area near Greenacres in Palm Beach County, Florida, killing all nine people on board: seven passengers and two pilots. The plane had left Austin, Texas, bound for the Bahamas. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating and has not yet determined a cause. Investigators say the crew reported icing, turbulence and precipitation before a rapid descent, and there is evidence the aircraft began to break apart before impact.
Last updated: November, 3, 17:50 CET.
What happened?
- Footage of Learjet crash shows harrowing final minutes
- Pilot’s last words before fatal plane crash as private jet nose-dives into Florida neighborhood
- Panicked crew of doomed business jet issued warning moments before it plunged 30,000ft, killing all nine
Who were the victims?
- Father, wife and two toddlers identified among Florida Learjet crash victims as families release statement
- 55-year-old Learjet captain Jeff Gregory recited the ‘Lord’s Prayer’ seconds before plane crash
- Learjet co-pilot’s final text to boyfriend before fatal crash revealed
- Mother of 20-year-old co-pilot in Florida Learjet crash says she ‘predicted’ her daughter’s death
What caused the crash?
- Aviation expert shares possible cause of private jet plunging 35,000ft, killing nine
- Learjet pilot reported two problems before aircraft crash that killed 9
- Audio from Learjet involved in Florida crash reveals tense exchange with air traffic control months earlier