Learjet 60 crash in Florida: What caused the 35,000-foot plunge of N722BD? Explained

Shortly after receiving clearance to climb, the crew reported an alarming loss of altitude. The pilots declared a Mayday and reported descent rates increasing from approximately 10,000 to 20,000 feet per minute, alongside an overspeed condition.

Tallahassee: The tragic crash of a Learjet 60 in Palm Beach County, Florida, has raised serious questions about aviation safety and the dangers of severe weather at high altitudes. The aircraft, registered as N722BD, was flying from Austin, Texas, to North Eleuthera in the Bahamas when it plunged towards the ground on November 1, 2026. According to preliminary reports, the crew encountered icing, moderate turbulence and precipitation before requesting permission from air traffic control (ATC) to climb from 35,000........

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