Three of the five victims killed in a fiery midair collision were identified by officials Monday, the day after the fatal crash south of San Diego.
A twin-engine Sabreliner and a single-engine Cessna 172 collided with such force Sunday morning that the debris from both planes covers at least a mile.
NTSB, FAA and Cessna investigators were on site Monday to gather evidence and piece together what caused the fiery crash that killed five.
Carlos Palos, John Kovach and Jeff Percy died after the Sabreliner they were traveling in crashed, according to their employer BAE Systems.
“BAE Systems employees send their thoughts and prayers to the family members and co-workers of those killed,” spokesperson Amanda Desourdis said.
A contractor working with BAE Systems on the training flight was also killed. His name has not been released.
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A fifth man piloting the Cessna was also killed. Officials have not identified him.
NBC 7 has reached out to the families of the victims. Percy's mother sent us this statement: "He was the sweetest son you could ever ask for and he was an excellent pilot."
NTSB Investigator in Charge Andrew Swick said the Sabreliner was inbound for landing at Brown Field Municipal Airport at the time of the incident.
Wing marks indicate the two planes may have collided at the wing, Swick said.
Check back for updates on developing story.
