A Learjet 60 crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida, on November 1, killing all nine people on board. The aircraft, which had departed from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas bound for the Bahamas, nosedived onto Military Trail near West Palm Beach.
The co-pilot, identified as Nathalia Gadelha, 20, was named by family members. She had earned her flying licence at 17. During the flight, she was heard screaming “We’re out of time” before the crash. The distress call was captured on dashcam footage, which showed the plane crashing and exploding on impact next to a busy road.
The Learjet was registered to an LLC based in Delaware. Officials confirmed that all nine passengers were killed in the crash. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, focusing on weather conditions, aircraft systems, and pilot actions.
This is the second fatal plane crash in the US this month. The crash near Greenacres, Florida, has raised concerns about private aviation safety. The co-pilot’s final words have been shared by family members, adding a personal dimension to the tragedy.
The incident highlights the risks of private aviation, particularly in adverse weather conditions. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities examining all possible factors that may have contributed to the crash.
