Pilots ejected
Maneuver failed: Navy jet crashes into the sea
A US Navy aircraft crashed into the sea in San Diego Bay on Wednesday. Only the pilot and CO pilot were on board, both were able to bail out in time and were rescued from the water by a fishing boat.
Kronen Zeitung als bevorzugte Google-Quelle hinzufügen The unfortunate jet was an E/A-18G Growler, and the cause of the crash is believed to be a failed take-off maneuver during which the aircraft landed and took off again. According to a Navy spokeswoman, a detailed investigation is still underway.
Rescue by ejection seat
The two crew members managed to eject in time. After being rescued from the water by sport fishermen, the rescuers handed the men over to Customs and Border Protection, who took them to hospital. Their condition is described as "stable".
The captain of the fishing boat stated after the crash that he had heard noises during the jet's take-off maneuver that were "somewhat louder than usual".
A webcam at the port of San Diego also recorded the incident.
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