Did you hear about the USS Harry S. Truman's recent collision? No one was injured, but the drama unfolds near the Suez!
The USS Harry S. Truman, a formidable Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and one of the most iconic vessels of the U.S. Navy, recently found itself in a bit of a pickle near the Suez Canal. On a seemingly routine evening off the coast of Egypt, the carrier unexpectedly collided with the merchant ship Besiktas-M. Thankfully, the reports confirm that there were no injuries among the crew members, but it stirred up quite the buzz within naval circles and beyond.
This intriguing incident raised eyebrows due to the sheer size involved in the collision. With the USS Harry S. Truman weighing in at a whopping 53,000 tons and the Besiktas-M bulk carrier close to 29,353 tons, it was as if a heavyweight boxing match broke out on the open seas! While the Navy is currently investigating the details of the incident to determine how the collision occurred, many are already connecting the dots to historical events, reminiscing about past naval alarms like the tragic bombing of the USS Cole.
In the days after the collision, social media platforms lit up with both memes and serious discussions about maritime safety and naval maneuverability. While the incident was concerning, many Filipinos echoed a sigh of relief knowing that both crew and ship are still afloat. It wasn't just a collision; it was a major wake-up call for naval operations in busy shipping lanes, particularly in areas as pivotal as the Suez Canal.
As the investigation unfolds, we can all learn a little something from the USS Harry S. Truman's unexpected rendezvous with the Merchant Marine. Navigating crowded waters requires not just skill but an extra dash of luck! For those curious about naval power, the USS Harry S. Truman can carry up to 90 aircraft and has a crew of over 5,000 personnel, maintaining a formidable presence wherever it sails.
And here's a fun fact to float your boat: the USS Harry S. Truman is named after the 33rd President of the United States, Harry S. Truman, who is also known for making the decision to use atomic bombs during World War II. Additionally, the Suez Canal sees about 12% of world trade, making these waters not just a navigational challenge but a global trade lifeline!
The USS Harry S Truman, which has been part of naval operations to deter Houthi violence in the Red Sea has collided with a 29353-dwt bulker.
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Details are still emerging as to why the USS Harry S. Truman collided with a merchant ship near the Suez Canal.
The USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier collided with a merchant ship near Port Said off the coast of Egypt, the Navy said.
The USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier of the US Navy, collided with the merchant vessel Besiktas-M.
The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman was involved in a collision with the merchant vessel Besiktas-M on the night of 13 February.
The US Navy's aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman collided with a merchant ship near Egypt's Port Said, with no injuries reported.
(CNN) โ The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman was involved in a collision with a merchant ship near Egypt in the Mediterranean Sea onRead ...
The USS Harry S. Truman collided with the Besiktas-M near Port Said, Egypt. No injuries were reported, and the incident is under investigation.
The U.S. Navy has released the first photo of damage sustained in a collision between USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and Panamanian-flagged M/V Besiktas-M.
The USS Harry S. Truman collided with the cargo ship M/V Besiktas-M earlier this week while moving to enter the Suez Canal.
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The U.S. Navy has released an image showing damage to the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman following the collision with the cargo ship M/V Besiktas-M ...
US aircraft carrier USS Harry S Truman (CVN 75) collided with merchant vessel Besiktas-M at about 2346 h local time on 12 February while operating near Port ...
The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman was involved in a collision with a merchant ship near Egypt in the Mediterranean Sea on Wednesday ...
The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman was involved in a collision with a merchant ship near Egypt in the Mediterranean Sea on Wednesday ...