Small Plane Catches Fire at San Diego's Montgomery-Gibbs Airport; Flights Diverted
A small aircraft reportedly caught fire on the runway at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF) in San Diego, California, prompting an emergency response.
According to initial reports, around 30 San Diego Fire-Rescue personnel responded to the incident. Emergency crews were working at the scene, and airport operations were temporarily disrupted while responders dealt with the aircraft fire.
Other aircraft were reportedly diverted to alternate airports during the emergency response. The airport is expected to remain affected while firefighters and airport authorities assess the situation and clear the runway.
Details about the aircraft, the circumstances that led to the fire, and whether anyone was injured have not yet been independently confirmed. Authorities are expected to provide additional information as the response continues.
Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport is a major general-aviation airport serving the San Diego area and handles private, corporate, charter, flight-training and emergency aviation operations.
This is a developing story. More information will be added as officials release confirmed details.
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