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2024-09-24 -Land of the Free

US Navy Oiler Runs Aground, Forcing Carrier Strike Group to Scramble for Fuel

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Posted by Frank G 2024-09-24 10:05|| || Front Page|| [11133 views ] Top

#1 using a commercial oil tanker as a temporary replacement

I understand a Greek tanker may be available.

Posted by Skidmark 2024-09-24 10:31|| 2024-09-24 10:31|| Front Page Top

#2 Someone was too busy watching soap operas.

Posted by Rex Mundi 2024-09-24 11:55|| 2024-09-24 11:55|| Front Page Top

#3 He didn't want a career in the Navy anyway.

Posted by Silentbrick 2024-09-24 13:20|| 2024-09-24 13:20|| Front Page Top

#4 USNS ships typically have a civilian Captain,
Wiki cite:"United States Naval Ships are unarmed auxiliary support vessels owned by the U.S. Navy and operated in non-commissioned service by Military Sealift Command with a civilian crew. Some ships include a small military complement to carry out communication and special mission functions, or for force protection.[2]"

Posted by NoMoreBS 2024-09-24 14:51|| 2024-09-24 14:51|| Front Page Top

#5 /\ Add that to the volumes of stuff I had absolutely no clue about. Thanks NoMo.

Posted by Besoeker 2024-09-24 15:56|| 2024-09-24 15:56|| Front Page Top

#6 General Dynamics/NAASCO San Diego just launched another and has a contract for 8 more IIRC

Posted by Frank G 2024-09-24 17:54|| 2024-09-24 17:54|| Front Page Top

#7 I’m not a boat driver but wouldn’t you normally incur damage near the bow of the ship if you run aground moving forward. The rudder damage suggests the ship was moving backwards. Presume that being a target of opportunity by an underwater drone already officially ruled out.

Posted by Gloluns Turkeyneck4904 2024-09-24 21:34|| 2024-09-24 21:34|| Front Page Top

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