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Final distress call with Learjet pilot captured moments before crash

Final distress call with Learjet pilot captured moments before crash

Summary

Newly released air traffic control recordings capture the Learjet 60 crew’s mayday calls as the aircraft rapidly lost altitude before crashing in Greenacres, Florida. The crash killed all nine people aboard, and federal investigators are examining reported factors including icing and turbulence.

Key Facts

  • The aircraft was a Learjet 60.
  • The crash occurred in Greenacres, Florida.
  • Air traffic control recordings captured the crew’s mayday calls.
  • The jet rapidly lost altitude before the crash.
  • All nine people aboard died.
  • Federal investigators are examining the crash.
  • Reported factors under examination include icing and turbulence.
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