The families of nine people killed in a devastating private jet crash in Florida have confirmed the identities of those who lost their lives, including a prominent technology entrepreneur, his wife and their two young children.
The Learjet 60 crashed into a residential area of Greenacres, Palm Beach County, on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at approximately 12:50pm local time.
The aircraft had departed Austin, Texas, earlier that morning and was travelling to North Eleuthera in the Bahamas when disaster struck.
All seven passengers and two crew members were killed.
As investigators work to determine what happened, relatives have released emotional statements remembering their loved ones, while a social media post shared by one of the victims shortly before the tragedy has attracted renewed attention.
Who were the nine victims of the Florida plane crash?
According to a statement released by their families, the seven passengers were:
The two crew members were identified as:
The tragedy has devastated several families and left colleagues, friends and members of the technology community mourning the loss of people whose lives were closely connected.
Adam Robinson's final social media post before the crash
Following the tragedy, attention turned to a lengthy social media post shared by Adam Robinson on October 29, just days before his death.
The technology entrepreneur had been discussing the changing landscape of the software industry, including the growing influence of artificial intelligence and the challenges facing established technology companies.
In the post, Robinson explored the business strategies of companies such as Bending Spoons and Apollo.io, alongside developments involving his own ventures.
He discussed how advances in AI were changing the economics of running software businesses and potentially allowing companies to operate with dramatically smaller teams.
One particularly striking part of the discussion concerned what he described as the "Zombie Trap", referring to the danger of businesses becoming trapped in outdated ways of operating while the industry around them changes.
The post was accompanied by Grim Reaper imagery, a detail that has taken on an unsettling significance for some readers following his unexpected death.
However, the image was presented in the context of his commentary about the technology industry, and there is no evidence that Robinson intended it as a reference to his own fate.
The post reflected his interest in entrepreneurship, business strategy and the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence.
Families release heartbreaking statement
In a joint statement, relatives described Robinson and Sharp as devoted parents whose two children were the centre of their lives.
They remembered the couple for their warmth, generosity and ability to make others feel welcome.
The statement also paid tribute to Rachael Reed and Charmi Fehr, describing them as adventurous people who were deeply devoted to each other and those around them.
Family members said the couple embraced their relationship wholeheartedly and were building a life together.
Anita Maria Cetina, who cared for Emma and Charlie, was also remembered with affection.
Relatives described her as a loving and devoted caregiver who had become a valued member of the family.
The statement made clear that the loss extended far beyond the immediate relatives of those killed, affecting a wide network of people who had shared their lives.
Tech company pays tribute to its CEO
Robinson was the CEO and co-founder of Retention, a technology business known for its work in customer identification and marketing software.
His company issued a statement confirming the deaths of Robinson, his wife and their children.
Colleagues remembered him as a friend, mentor and outspoken leader who brought considerable energy to his work.
The company said his influence extended throughout the team and wider technology community.
Following the tragedy, Retention announced that its immediate priority was supporting employees and the grieving families.
The statement also referenced the company's related businesses, RB2B and Moltsets, while requesting privacy for those affected.
Sharp had also established her own professional identity, running the communications firm Influential PR and operating Helen Sharp Ceramics.
What happened to the Learjet 60?
The aircraft was travelling from Austin to the Bahamas when it crashed in Greenacres, a city in Palm Beach County, Florida.
Emergency services responded to the residential area following reports of an aircraft coming down near Military Trail.
Footage from the aftermath showed a large fire and thick smoke rising from the crash site.
Authorities closed nearby roads while emergency crews secured the area and investigators began examining the wreckage.
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy subsequently confirmed that all nine people aboard the aircraft had died.
Investigators reveal concerning detail about the aircraft
The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation, with assistance from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Investigators have indicated that there is preliminary evidence suggesting the aircraft may have been breaking apart before it struck the ground.
However, officials have not established what caused the crash or confirmed the sequence of events leading to the disaster.
Investigators are expected to examine the aircraft's flight history, weather conditions, maintenance records, structural components and other available evidence.
Any conclusions about the cause will depend on the findings of the official investigation.
Young co-pilot also among those killed
Among the victims was 20-year-old co-pilot Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras, whose death has attracted particular attention because of her young age.
Filgueiras was serving as one of the aircraft's two crew members alongside 55-year-old pilot Jeff Gregory.
Both were killed in the crash.
Investigators have not publicly established whether any action taken by either crew member contributed to the accident.
The official investigation will be responsible for determining the circumstances surrounding the aircraft's final moments.
Families ask for privacy as investigation continues
The crash has left several families grieving the sudden loss of loved ones, including two children aged just four and two.
Messages of sympathy have continued to emerge from friends, colleagues and members of the technology industry.
For Robinson's colleagues, the tragedy represents the loss of a prominent business leader. For his family and friends, it is the loss of a husband, father and loved one.
The victims' relatives have asked for their privacy to be respected as they process the tragedy.
Meanwhile, the NTSB and FAA continue working to establish why the Learjet 60 crashed.
Until investigators release their findings, the precise cause of the disaster remains unknown.
