Airbnb offers free housing to residents affected by San Diego plane crash
Airbnb is offering the emergency housing in partnership with 211 San Diego, which provides referrals to community, health and disaster resources.
'Our hearts go out to all the families impacted by this tragic event in Tierrasanta,' said Bill York, president and CEO of 211 San Diego. 'In times of crisis, collaboration is key. We are immensely grateful for the partnership with Airbnb.org, which allows us to swiftly connect displaced military families with compassionate Airbnb hosts offering temporary housing.'
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According to Airbnb, the housing will only be provided to impacted residents identified by 211 San Diego.
Dozens of families were displaced after a Cessna 550 crashed into a military housing community in the Murphy Canyon neighborhood on May 22.
(Above: Report by Tony Shin about family whose car was burned during the plane crash on May 22, 2025)
The crash happened near Salmon and Sculpin streets around 3:45 a.m. as the aircraft was headed to Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport.
The crash caused downed power lines and spilled jet fuel, which led to fires that burned several homes and vehicles in the neighborhood.
All six people on board were killed, according to investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board.
Those interested in helping residents in need of emergency housing can visit Airbnb's website for more information. Additionally, the organization is taking donations to help provide emergency housing for those affected by the crash.
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