A Navy jet reported as a “Growler” Electronic-Warfare Aircraft has crashed into the San Diego bay.
Both pilots are said to have ejected before the crash and have been found and taken to the hospital.
Here’s the reporting:
Reports of a U.S. Navy EA-18G “Growler” Electronic-Warfare Aircraft having crashed in San Diego Bay, with both of the Naval Aviators said to have safely ejected prior to the Crash.
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A U.S. Coast Guard MH-60T “Jayhawk” was circling over the Bay for a while, likely searching for the Wreckage of the Aircraft. pic.twitter.com/oWBwcTnJfc
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NBC San Diego writes:
A military aircraft has crashed into the San Diego Bay near Shelter Island, according to San Diego Fire-Rescue.
Rescue crews responded around 10:15 a.m. to reports that a plane crashed into the water, the SDFD said.
Military officials confirmed two service members were on board, both of which have been rescued and transported to UC San Diego Medical Center, the agency said. The extent of their injuries was not disclosed.