Two pilots are recovering after a U.S. Navy jet crashed into the San Diego Bay on Wednesday morning.
The aircrew members are in good condition and are under 24-hour medical watch as a precautionary measure, Naval Base Coronado (NBC) reports.
The aircraft remains submerged, but the Navy has located its crash site. Harbor Security boats are securing the area and placing a containment boom to minimize the spread of fuel and debris.
There are no reports of civilian injuries or damage.
The Navy asks that the public not approach or touch debris that may wash ashore, and instead report it to local authorities or NBC security.
The cause of the crash is still being investigated.
Randall, This is such an aggressive and unnecessary comment.
The aircraft approaching North Island from the south is about 150 yards offshore from the Shore towers. That narrows down to about 20 yards at outlet beach before the runway. It’s the altitude and sound that makes it seem like they are right on top of you. But very safe.
I am happy that the pilots are safe. We here at Coronado Shores are always fearful of a jet crashing into one of our buildings, which would be a catastrophe for not only the Shores, but for Coronado. I wish the Navy aircraft would not fly over our buildings.
Janet,
One can be absolutely sure that the Navy was flying aircraft over Coronado long before you decided to live at Coronado Shores. Seems like the choice and the risk was purely yours.