Navy Jet Crashes Into San Diego Bay, 2 Rescued

Two pilots were recovered and are in stable condition.

U.S. Navy boats work along the shore near Shelter Island after a U.S. Navy plane crashed into the San Diego Bay in San Diego on Feb. 12, 2025. Denis Poroy/AP Photo

A U.S. Navy fighter jet crashed into the ocean off Point Loma at the entrance of San Diego Bay while attempting to land at about 10:15 a.m. Feb. 12, according to the U.S. Navy.

The plane went down near the Shelter Island neighborhood. Navy officials are investigating the incident and said they will release more information when it becomes available.