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Learjet May Have Broken Up Before Crash
NTSB says Learjet 60 broke apart before Florida crash.
In brief
NTSB says Learjet 60 broke apart before Florida crash. NTSB reports Learjet 60 may have broken up before hitting ground in Palm Beach crash, killing all nine on board. Originally reported by mint.
NTSB investigation
US air safety investigators say Learjet 60 broke up before hitting ground in Palm Beach crash.
Pilot's last words
Pilot said they were 'out of time' before crash.
“out of time”
Weather conditions
Pilots reported moderate turbulence and icing before crash.
Aircraft descent
Aircraft began rapid descent at 12:48 p.m. local time.
Pilot's background
Pilot earned license at 17 with over 1,300 flight hours.
Aurora Aviation
Aurora Aviation Inc. operated the Learjet as Upper Jets.
Pilot's identity
Pilot's identity confirmed through DNA matching.
Crash impact
Aircraft crashed near Palm Beach with 9 fatalities.
The big picture
NTSB reports Learjet 60 may have broken up before hitting ground in Palm Beach crash, killing all nine on board.
