Shocking fighter jet crash into San Diego Bay caught on camera

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A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler crashed into San Diego Bay during a landing attempt, with both pilots ejecting safely. The cause is under investigation. This video includes ACM-produced voiceover powered by AI.

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00:00A U.S. Navy fighter jet crashed into San Diego Bay while attempting to land, with both pilots

00:08ejecting safely moments before impact.

00:12The EA-18G Growler, based out of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, went down around 10.15am

00:18during a training exercise.

00:20A fishing boat rescued the aircrew before they were transferred to a CBP patrol vessel

00:24and taken to a hospital in stable condition.

00:27The crash, captured on surveillance footage, showed the aircraft plunging nose-first into

00:31the water.

00:32The Navy is now working to recover debris and contain any fuel spills, as investigators

00:37determine what went wrong.

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