Air show star Rob Holland died April 24, 2025, in a crash at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia. He was 50.
Holland’s death was announced on the Rob Holland Aerosports Facebook page:
“It is with the heaviest of hearts that I am sharing that Rob Holland lost his life today, 24 April 2025, in an accident at Langley AFB, VA. The cause of the crash is not known at this time, and is under investigation by the FAA, NTSB, and DOD.
“Rob was one of the most respected and inspiring aerobatic pilots in aviation history. Even with an absolutely impressive list of accomplishments, both in classical competition aerobatics and within the air show world, Rob was the most humble person with a singular goal to simply be better than he was yesterday.
“We would greatly appreciate your respect to the privacy of his family and friends. And remember…. Never ever give up on your dreams.”
According to a report from the Associated Press, Holland was making a normal landing and was not conducting aerobatic maneuvers. The crash remains under investigation.
