Israeli Tech Entrepreneurs Die in California Plane Crash

Liron and Naomi Petrushka, known for their significant contributions to the tech industry, were killed while attempting to land amid snowfall.

Liron and Naomi Petrushka, Israeli tech entrepreneurs and investors, tragically died in a plane crash while attempting to land at Truckee Tahoe Airport in California.
The couple, known for their significant contributions to the tech industry, were attempting to land their single-engine plane amid snowfall and limited visibility.
Liron Petrushka, also a former professional soccer player in Israel, and his wife Naomi were celebrated for their humility, generosity, and mentorship within the tech community.
Their investments and entrepreneurial efforts, including the sale of their company CommerceBid for over $200 million, left a lasting impact on the tech and financial sectors.
The National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration are investigating the cause of the crash, which occurred on Saturday evening.