USS Harry S. Truman Collides with Merchant Vessel Near Egypt, Investigation Ongoing
The USS Harry S. Truman collided with merchant ship Besiktas-M near Egypt; no injuries reported and naval investigation underway.
The collision is under investigation.
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The Navy reiterated its commitment to safety as investigations proceed.
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Nimitz-class carriers are powered by two nuclear reactors onboard and are recognized as one of the largest warships in the world.
U.S. aircraft carrier, merchant vessel collide near Egypt
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At the same time, the U.S. military currently has 11 aircraft carriers, and any damage requiring one of them to be sidelined could strain U.S. military operations worldwide, along with operations around the Middle East.
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The Navy considers its eleven aircraft carriers to be the centerpiece of how it protects U.S. interests around the world.
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US aircraft carrier collides with merchant ship near Egypt, but no injuries reported
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The circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately clear.
USS Harry S. Truman involved in collision near Egypt
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A US Navy aircraft carrier fresh off the Red Sea fight collided with a commercial ship near Egypt
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The incident is under investigation.
USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier crashes into merchant ship near Middle East port
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The collision occurred late Wednesday while both ships were moving.
US Aircraft Carrier Collides with Merchant Ship near Egypt, but No Injuries Reported
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Summary
The USS Harry S. Truman collided with the merchant vessel Besiktas-M late Wednesday night near Egypt's Port Said, with the collision occurring around 11:46 p.m. No injuries or flooding were reported, and the ship's propulsion systems remain intact. Some above-water damage has been noted, yet it remains unclear if repairs are necessary. The collision is under investigation, and neither vessel has been assessed at fault. The Truman recently completed combat operations in the Middle East and is part of a strike group that includes airstrikes against ISIS in Somalia. It continues its deployment from Norfolk.
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