Deadly Plane Crash in San Diego: Three Killed, Eight Injured in Foggy Dawn

A private jet crashed into a San Diego residential area before dawn on May 23, 2025, resulting in a devastating scene. Three people on board the Cessna 550 perished, and eight others suffered injuries. Assistant Chief Dan Eddy of the San Diego Fire Department stated, "We were lucky that no one from those homes was injured." The thick fog present that morning is under investigation as a potential contributing factor to the crash. Authorities are analyzing the plane's black box for clues. The impact caused significant damage to multiple homes and cars, with jet fuel fueling the intense fire. The incident underscores the dangers of low-visibility flying conditions.