A military plane crashed into the San Diego Bay near Shelter Island while attempting to land, the U.S. Navy confirmed.

The aircraft involved in the incident was an EA-18G Growler, a variant in the F/A-18 family of military aircraft equipped with an electronic warfare suite. According to a Navy statement, the Growler was assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 135, based out of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in Washington state.

The crash occurred around 10:15 a.m. near 1561 Shelter Island Dr., close to the Kona Kai San Diego Resort and other neighboring businesses. Military personnel confirmed that only two pilots were on board at the time.

Authorities reported that both pilots were rescued and transported to UC San Diego Medical Center in Hillcrest, where they are in stable condition. A U.S. Coast Guard spokesperson told FOX 5/KUSI that the pilots were able to safely eject and were rescued by a fishing vessel after being in the water for just one minute. The pilots were later transferred to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations small boat that happened to be on scene during the crash.

Authorities, including the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy personnel, are currently investigating the cause of the crash. There have been no reports of civilian injuries or damage to property.

Further updates are expected as officials continue to assess the situation. (ILKHA)