NTSB Releases New Details on Fatal Philadelphia Learjet Crash

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the fatal crash of a Learjet aircraft that occurred near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 2025. The primary focus of the investigation centers around discrepancies identified with the aircraft’s pitch trim settings at the time of the incident. Investigators have determined that the cockpit voice recorder was not functioning during the flight. This malfunction prevented crucial audio data from being captured for analysis. Authorities are currently examining all available evidence to determine the precise sequence of events leading up to the tragic accident involving the air ambulance.