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Navy Fires Captain After USS Harry S. Truman Collision with Merchant Ship

Capt. Dave Snowden was relieved of command following the USS Harry S. Truman's collision with a merchant ship near the Suez Canal, prompting an investigation.

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  2. Navy fires aircraft carrier captain after cargo ship collision

    However, the carrier, which cost $4.5 billion to build, suffered enough damage to its hull and external structures to require a stop at a Navy facility in Greece for emergency damage assessment and repairs, according to the Navy.

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  3. Navy fires skipper of the USS Harry S. Truman, following collision near Suez Canal

    The carrier collided with the ship near the entrance of the Suez Canal last week, and Snowden was relieved of his command afterward, the Navy said in a statement.

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Updated: Feb 20th, 2025, 9:21 PM ET

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The U.S. Navy has relieved Capt. Dave Snowden of his command of the USS Harry S. Truman after the aircraft carrier collided with the merchant vessel Besiktas-M near the Suez Canal. The Navy cited a loss of confidence in Snowden's leadership following the incident, which caused significant damage to the carrier but resulted in no injuries. Rear Adm. Sean Bailey emphasized that the strike group's mission remains unchanged despite the ongoing repairs in Greece. Capt. Christopher Hill of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower will serve as the Truman’s interim commander while investigations continue.

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