Learjet 60 Crashes Near Greenacres, Florida, Killing Nine
What happened
A Learjet 60 aircraft crashed near Greenacres and the Cresthaven area in Florida at approximately 12:50 p.m. on November 1, 2026, resulting in the deaths of all nine people on board.
The flight had departed from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas and was en route to the Bahamas.
Cockpit audio recordings from the flight indicate that the aircraft experienced a rapid descent before the crash.
Why it matters
The crash resulted in the evacuation of 600 residents and caused travel disruptions across Palm Beach County.
Context
The crash occurred near Greenacres and the Cresthaven area of Palm Beach County.
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