A federal investigation is underway into a Learjet crash West Palm Beach that killed all nine people on board, authorities said. The private jet was traveling from Texas to the Bahamas when it went down near the South Florida city.
Learjet crash West Palm Beach under federal review
Officials said the jet crashed with nine people aboard and there were no survivors. The flight originated in Texas and was bound for the Bahamas when the aircraft went down near West Palm Beach.
Federal investigators have opened a probe into the accident. According to officials, a team is reviewing air traffic control communications, weather conditions, the aircraft’s maintenance and flight records, and any available flight data to determine what led to the crash.
Authorities cautioned that early findings can change as investigators collect and analyze evidence. A preliminary report is expected within weeks, followed by a final report that will detail the likely cause.
Audio and video from the scene
Portions of air traffic control audio and crash video reviewed by reporters are disturbing, according to those familiar with the material. Investigators will assess those recordings as part of the fact-gathering process.
Officials have not released the identities of the nine victims pending notifications to families. Local responders secured the crash area and coordinated with federal agencies as recovery operations continued.
Authorities urged the public to avoid circulating unverified information while the investigation proceeds.