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Pilot's Father Shares Final Words After Florida Plane Crash
Father of 20-year-old pilot killed in Florida plane crash reveals heartbreaking reaction to her final words.
In brief
Father of 20-year-old pilot killed in Florida plane crash reveals heartbreaking reaction to her final words. Nathalia Filgueiras' father Allan described her final moments as heroic, saying she 'fought' against death despite the Learjet crash that killed nine people. Originally reported by LADbible.
Nathalia's Final Moments
Nathalia Filgueiras, 20, was second-in-command on the Learjet 60 that crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida, killing nine people.
“She made me so proud. She showed me what it is to be a hero.”
Father's Reaction
Allan Filgueiras, Nathalia's father and a pilot, listened to her final distress calls many times to find clues about the crash.
“I did listen to that many times trying to find a clue. In my head. How'd that happen?”
Heroic Pilot
Nathalia, who earned her private pilot’s license at 17, was described as 'born to fly' by her instructor.
“She was without a doubt the most naturally gifted pilot I have ever taught.”
Crash Details
The Learjet 60 crashed into a residential area on Sunday, November 1, 2026, leaving a crater-like hole in the street.
“She was the one over there to the last minute, fighting.”
Family Loss
Nathalia's death killed nine people, including tech tycoon Adam Robinson, his wife Helen Sharp, and their two children.
“She was born to fly.”
Final Tribute
Allan described Nathalia as a hero who 'fought' against death, saying she was 'gifted' and his 'soulmate'.
“She was gifted, and my soulmate.”
The essence
Nathalia Filgueiras' father Allan described her final moments as heroic, saying she 'fought' against death despite the Learjet crash that killed nine people.
