Tragic Plane Crash Kills Father and His Three Young Sons

A devastating plane crash near Sunset Cliffs, California, has resulted in the deaths of six individuals — including four members of one family from Arizona. This information comes from a verified GoFundMe campaign established to assist the surviving relatives during this difficult time.

The accident took place around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, shortly after a twin-engine Cessna 414 took off from San Diego International Airport. The pilot reported difficulty gaining altitude and attempted to communicate the issue. Air traffic control advised a diversion to the nearby Naval Air Station North Island, located just a mile away, but the aircraft ultimately went down into the Pacific Ocean.

REMEMBERING A FAMILY LOST: JEREMY BINGHAM AND HIS THREE SONS
According to details shared through a verified GoFundMe campaign, the victims include:

• Jeremy Bingham, a devoted husband and father

• His sons: Bailey, Gavin, and Ayden Bingham, all adults

They were among the six individuals on board the twin-engine Cessna. The other victims were the pilot and his pregnant wife, whose names have not yet been publicly released.

“These four remarkable men were taken far too soon,” wrote Hope Lofgreen, a close family friend from Thatcher, Arizona.
“Their loss has created a void that words simply cannot fill.”

A COMMUNITY GRIEVES TOGETHER
A verified GoFundMe page has shared heartfelt tributes to a beloved Arizona family lost in Sunday’s crash:

Jeremy Bingham is survived by his wife and daughter. Remembered as a man of quiet strength, Jeremy was described as selfless, hardworking, and always willing to lend a hand to those in need.

Bailey Bingham, a new father to a 9-month-old baby boy, had been looking forward to celebrating his first Father’s Day. Loved ones described him as gentle and patient, with a deep devotion to his family.

Gavin Bingham was recognized for his steady, independent nature and his ability to make others feel valued and cared for, simply through his presence.

Ayden Bingham, who was recently engaged, was known for his vibrant spirit and contagious laughter — the kind of person who brought joy wherever he went.

“The loss of these four remarkable men has left a family shattered and an entire community in shock,” the fundraising page reads.

CRASH DETAILS AT A GLANCE

• Date: Sunday, June 9, 2025

• Time: Approximately 12:30 p.m. (local time)

• Aircraft: Cessna 414 (twin-engine)

• Departure Point: San Diego International Airport

• Destination: Undisclosed

• Fatalities: All six on board confirmed deceased

• Search Operation: Ended after 35 hours and 300 square miles covered

The U.S. Coast Guard, along with local agencies, conducted an extensive search by air and sea, covering a large area before suspending the recovery effort on Tuesday morning.

AIRCRAFT BACKGROUND AND OWNERSHIP
A representative of an eastern Arizona wellness company — the previous owner of the aircraft — confirmed that the Cessna 414 had been sold two years ago to a group of private buyers whose identities have not been disclosed.

All six people on board were residents of the Gila Valley, a small and close-knit community now grappling with immense sorrow.