Six Missing After Small Plane Crashes Off San Diego Coast; Investigation Underway
SAN DIEGO, CA — Authorities are investigating after a small aircraft carrying six people crashed into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego on Sunday afternoon, leaving a trail of wreckage and uncertainty.
The twin-engine Cessna 414 went down around 12:30 p.m., shortly after takeoff, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The aircraft was returning to Phoenix, Arizona, a day after departing from there, based on flight data from Flightaware.com.
Search and rescue teams, including the U.S. Coast Guard, responded swiftly. Later that day, crews located a debris field roughly five miles off the coast of Point Loma—a rugged peninsula west of downtown San Diego that extends into the ocean. The waters in the area are approximately 200 feet deep, presenting significant challenges for divers and recovery equipment.
As of Monday, the fate of the six individuals on board remains unknown. Authorities have not yet released their identities, and no survivors or remains have been recovered.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation into the cause of the crash, working closely with the FAA and local emergency agencies. Investigators will examine flight records, air traffic communications, weather conditions, and possible mechanical issues to determine what went wrong in the moments after takeoff.
This tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the aviation and local communities, as families and officials await answers. Updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds and more information becomes available.
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