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NTSB uncovers engine piece at deadly Learjet crash site in Florida
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- Federal investigators have recovered part of an engine from the Learjet 60 that crashed in Greenacres, Florida, killing all nine people aboard, as excavation of the site began after hazards were cleared.
- The Learjet departed from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Sunday morning, headed to North Eleuthera Airport in the Bahamas, but crashed just before 1 p.m. in Palm Beach County amid heavy rain and thunderstorms.
- Investigators also recovered the left tail elevator in three pieces, including one found nearly four miles from the crash site, which is considered a crucial piece of evidence for determining the cause.
- The flight crew had reported deteriorating weather conditions, including icing and turbulence, and had requested alternative routing from air traffic control prior to the crash.
- Among the victims were Austin tech entrepreneur Adam Robinson, his wife, their two young children, the children's nanny, and two other passengers.
