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San Diego airport experienced glitches before fatal plane crash

San Diego airport experienced glitches before fatal plane crash

Summary

Investigators are looking into foggy weather and technical issues at a San Diego airport as possible causes of a plane crash that killed all six people on board. The crash involved a Cessna 550 that hit power lines and destroyed a home in a residential area. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and FBI are gathering evidence, with a preliminary report expected in 30 days.

Key Facts

  • A Cessna 550 crashed in San Diego, hitting power lines and burning a home.
  • All six people on board died, including notable figures from the music industry.
  • The crash occurred around 3:45 a.m. local time, leading to the evacuation of about 100 people.
  • The plane was heading to Montgomery Field Airport, which faced technical issues at the time.
  • The airport's weather data station was down due to a power surge, and runway lights had problems.
  • The pilot did not report any emergencies before the crash.
  • The plane lacked a flight data recorder, but investigators are checking for a voice recorder.
  • A preliminary crash report is expected in 30 days, with a full report in 1-2 years.
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