Military fighter jets crashed into San Diego Port on Wednesday, with both pilots being discharged normally.
The incident included the EA-18G Growler Electronic Jet, which crashed into the water around 10:15am, according to the war zone.
The aircraft descended into waters near Shelter Island, located across the street from North Island Naval Air Station, as confirmed by the San Diego Fire Station.
Several containers were observed to carry out rescue operations in the area. The facility is dedicated to the operation of Navy aircraft.
The two pilots were transported to a local hospital, and the condition of their injuries is currently unknown, the New York Post reported.
Harbor officials were recorded via radio saying, “We took off, landed in the water over there, and landed in the water next to the police over there.” Another responder said, “We’re on the site and collecting two parachutes.”
Reports showed that the accident caused a large leak in fuel leaks, and the response team worked to control it.
As shown in live footage, the aircraft remains submerged, but numerous response vessels continue to monitor the area.
NBC San Diego has confirmed a charter fishing boat that witnessed pilot discharges recovering both crews. The pilot was on alert during the rescue. Local security cameras appeared to have recorded the incident, showing the aircraft descending almost vertically, before disappearing from the view from behind the structure.
At the time, major military aviation movements were ongoing in Southern California, but their connection to the incident remains unconfirmed.
The Navy has operated these dual-pilot aircraft globally for 15 years.
“The EA-18G Growler aircraft we fly represent the most advanced technology in airborne electronic attacks and stands as the naval first line of defense in hostile environments,” the official navy description states. Masu.
The incident follows other recent military accidents, including a January collision between a US Army helicopter and an American Airlines aircraft near Reagan National Airport, with 67 casualties.
