A U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growler military aircraft crashed into San Diego Bay, California, on the morning of this Wednesday, near Shelter Island.
The two crew members successfully ejected before the impact and were rescued successfully, according to authorities.
The incident occurred shortly before 10:30 a.m. in the area of 1401 Shelter Island Drive.
A striking video captured by a camera installed in San Diego Bay recorded the exact moment when the aircraft crashed into the sea and sank.
According to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD), the plane took off from Naval Air Station North Island, a Navy operating base located near the site of the incident.
After the ejection, both pilots fell into the water with their parachutes and were initially rescued by the fishing boat Premier Sportfishing, which was sailing in the area at that time.
Luego, fueron transferidos a una embarcación de Aduanas y Protección de Fronteras de EE.UU. (CBP), donde recibieron atención inicial.
They were subsequently transferred to UC San Diego Health, where their health status was reported as stable.
A live internet camera monitoring traffic at the Port of San Diego captured a communication in which someone aboard the Premier alerted the Coast Guard about the situation: "We are on our way to help," a man was heard saying at 10:14 a.m.
Minutes later, another crew member of the fishing boat confirmed, "We have both pilots on board and safe."
The general director of H&M Landing, Frank Ursitti, the company owner of the sport fishing boat, praised his crew's quick response: "We are relieved and grateful that one of our boats was in the right place at the right time.
Captain Brandon Viets and the crew of the Premier acted quickly, and thanks to their professionalism, they were able to bring these pilots to safety.
Ongoing investigation
So far, the United States Navy has not provided details about the causes of the accident.
The Coast Guard has deployed two vessels to protect the wreckage of the Growler in the port of San Diego as investigations continue.
This aircraft model, the E/A-18G Growler, is a two-seat jet specialized in electronic warfare.
It is a modified version of the F/A-18F Super Hornet and is primarily used to disrupt enemy radar and communication systems in combat operations.
Recent air accidents in the U.S.
This incident adds to a series of aircraft accidents that have occurred in recent weeks in the United States, both in the military and civilian sectors.
- On January 29, a commercial airplane and a military helicopter collided near the capital, resulting in 67 fatalities.
- On January 31, a medical transport plane crashed in Philadelphia, claiming the lives of six individuals on board and one on the ground.
-Last week, a small passenger plane crashed in Alaska, resulting in the deaths of ten people.
- On February 10, a tragic plane accident occurred on the afternoon of this Monday at the Scottsdale Airport in Arizona, resulting in one fatality and several injuries, after a private plane collided with another aircraft parked on the runway.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Military Plane Accident in San Diego
What type of military plane crashed in San Diego?
The military plane that crashed in San Diego was a U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growler. This model is a two-seat jet specialized in electronic warfare, primarily used to disrupt enemy radar and communication systems.
What happened to the pilots of the crashed plane?
The two pilots of the E/A-18G Growler managed to eject before the impact and fell into the water. They were successfully rescued by a fishing boat operating in the area and later transferred to UC San Diego Health hospital, where their condition was reported as stable.
What was the cause of the military plane accident in San Diego?
Until now, the United States Navy has not provided details regarding the causes of the accident. The investigation is ongoing, and the Coast Guard has deployed vessels to protect the wreckage of the aircraft in the port of San Diego.
Where did the military plane accident occur in San Diego?
The military plane accident occurred in San Diego bay, California, near Shelter Island. The plane took off from Naval Air Station North Island, which is located near the site of the incident.
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