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Private Jet Crashes in San Diego Military Housing Area, Causing Fatalities and Fires

The early-morning crash of a Cessna 550 damaged homes, ignited fires, and prompted evacuations as authorities investigate the incident.

Un avion s’est écrasé aux alentours dans la nuit de mercredi à jeudi à San Diego, en Californie. (Image d’illustration)

Overview

  • A private Cessna 550 jet crashed into a residential military housing area near Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego at 3:45 AM local time.
  • Several fatalities have been reported, with all victims believed to have been on board the aircraft; no serious injuries were reported among residents.
  • The crash caused extensive damage to over ten homes, set multiple vehicles ablaze, and scattered debris across the neighborhood.
  • Nearby streets were evacuated due to hazardous fuel leaks, with emergency crews managing fires and assisting displaced residents.
  • The FAA and NTSB have launched an investigation into the crash, which comes amid broader scrutiny of U.S. aviation safety and air-traffic control challenges.