Accident Overview
A twin-engine airplane departed San Diego-Lindbergh Field International Airport Runway 27 at 1225 local time, en route to Phoenix-Sky Harbor Airport. The aircraft carried five passengers and one pilot.
Sequence of Events
After takeoff, while climbing, the pilot received instructions to fly heading 180. Shortly thereafter, the pilot reported controllability problems. The aircraft then exhibited erratic altitude, speed, and heading data before crashing into the Pacific Ocean off Point Loma.
Wreckage and Casualties
Investigators recovered only a few pieces of debris floating on the water. All six occupants—one pilot and five passengers—were killed in the accident.
Investigation Status
Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the crash. No probable cause has been determined at this time.