Understanding the Learjet Crash in Palm Beach | Captain Steeeve

On November 1, 2026, a Learjet 60 crashed near Palm Beach, Florida, tragically claiming the lives of all nine people on board. The crew reported encountering icing and turbulence before the aircraft entered a rapid descent. Drawing on his decades of experience as an airline captain and Naval aviator, Steeeve offers his perspective on the aviation factors involved and the questions investigators will be working to answer. We recognize that this is an incredibly sensitive tragedy, particularly for the families, friends, and loved ones of those who lost their lives. Our intention in covering this incident is not to sensationalize what happened, but to encourage a thoughtful, respectful understanding of the events and the lessons that may eventually emerge. The NTSB investigation remains ongoing, and no official cause has been determined. Any discussion of possible contributing factors should not be interpreted as a conclusion about what caused this accident. For business inquiries email us at: [email protected] For press or general questions: [email protected] Disclaimer: Captain Steeeve is not a spokesperson for any airline or aviation authority. The opinions expressed in this video are solely his own and are based on his experience as a professional pilot. This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as an official statement from any airline, regulatory agency, or aviation organization. I love my shirt from Flight Uniform, check it out here: https://get.aspr.app/SH1xXU Use code: STEEEVE15 Want to know what watch I'm wearing? If you are from the US, visit Watchbuys.com and go to the PRIMUS collection under Hanhart. For everyone else, visit https://www.hanhart.com/en/. CaptainSteeeve Learjet60 palmbeach aviationsafety aviationanalysis learjet flightsafety