Learjet crash copilot Nathalia Filgueiras remembered by her father in Florida

Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras, the 20-year-old copilot of a Learjet 60 that crashed in South Florida last Sunday, was remembered by her father Allan Filgueiras in a news conference, WKMG News 6 ClickOrlando reported.

The Learjet was en route from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas when it plunged 35,000 feet nose-first into a South Florida roadway, killing all nine people on board, including Nathalia and pilot Jeff Gregory, according to CNN.

Nathalia had developed a love for flying from a young age, earning her pilot’s license by 17, following in her father’s footsteps. Allan described her as his "soulmate" and treasured their shared passion for aviation.

Audio recordings from the flight’s final moments reveal Nathalia calmly reporting turbulence and icing to air traffic control before declaring an emergency as the plane rapidly descended, ending with her last transmission: "We’re out of time," CNN reported.

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash, examining factors including weather and aircraft condition. Allan’s lawyer emphasized respect for the investigation and preservation of Nathalia’s memory and reputation.

The father’s message focused on Nathalia’s skill and love for flying, highlighting her dedication to aviation from a young age, as reported by WKMG News 6 ClickOrlando.