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Small Plane Crashes in San Diego, Igniting 15 Homes in Murphy Canyon

A Cessna 550 crashed early Thursday during dense fog, causing fires, evacuations, and a federal investigation.

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A home is damaged after a small plane crashed into a San Diego neighborhood, early Thursday, May 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Overview

  • The Cessna 550 aircraft crashed at 3:47 a.m. while approaching Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego.
  • Approximately 15 homes and multiple vehicles were set ablaze, with jet fuel spreading across the neighborhood.
  • Dense fog at the time of the crash severely limited visibility, complicating emergency response efforts.
  • Emergency crews are conducting searches for potential victims, with no injuries or fatalities confirmed as of this morning.
  • The FAA and NTSB have launched an investigation into the crash, with evacuation orders still in place for nearby blocks.