A seaplane carrying eight people has crashed into the East River in New York City in front of thousands of worried onlookers.

The NYC Fire Department said the plane made a hard landing on the water but all 10 on board were safely rescued.

New Yorkers filmed the plane hit the choppy water and partially capsize, and rescue boats scramble to help the passengers from the stricken aircraft.

‘Plane is upright in the water and being towed back to dock. Eight civilians removed from plane by FDNY units. No reported injuries at this time,’ FDNY said.

The passengers and crew were seen being assessed by ambulances near the entrance to FDR Drive after being brought to shore. 

The NYC Fire Department said the plane made a hard landing on the water but all six on board were safely rescued

New Yorkers filmed the plane hit the choppy water and partially capsize, and rescue boats scramble to help the passengers from the stricken aircraft

Boats pull up alongside the plane to extract the passengers and bring them ashore

The aircraft was flying in from East Hampton Town, Long Island, and departed at 10.38am, according to flight data. 

The plane was registered the Del Air Sky and had tail number N555NL, according to records. 

Photos showed the left wing dipping into the river as police boats rushed to rescue those inside. 

East Hampton is one of the wealthiest areas on Long Island, and is a popular destination for the rich and famous to spend their summers.

Even more are in the Hamptons now for the Fourth of July weekend and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding last Friday. 

More to come.