East County News Service
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October 5, 2022 (Jamul) – After a homeowner reported seeing a plane in distress yesterday, a Sheriff’s helicopter crew spotted debris from a plane crash and human remains on Lyons Peak in Jamul, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
According to City News Service, firefighters located the wreckage rugged terrain around 1:30 p.m.
The plane had apparently exploded into many small pieces, so firefighters have not been able to identify the aircraft. However, Gillespie Field airport in El Cajon reported a small experimental plane had gone missing, with only a pilot on board.
The FAA has been notified of the crash, according to Cal Fire. The National Transportation Safety Board will conduct an investigation.
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