A routine operation turned dramatic on Wednesday night when the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman collided with the merchant ship Besiktas-M in the Mediterranean Sea.
The incident occurred near Port Said, Egypt, at approximately 11:46 p.m. local time, as confirmed by Cmdr.
Timothy Gorman, spokesperson for the U.S. Navy’s Sixth Fleet.
Collision Details
Fortunately, the USS Harry S. Truman emerged from the collision unscathed.
There were no reported injuries, and the carrier did not sustain any significant damage, such as flooding.
Cmdr.
Gorman reassured that the vessel’s propulsion systems are functioning smoothly and remain stable.
Investigation Underway
In response to this unexpected encounter, an investigation has been initiated to delve into the specifics of the incident.
More details will be shared as they become available.
Current Operations
Currently, the USS Harry S. Truman is serving as the flagship for its carrier strike group.
It is engaged in a scheduled deployment, assisting the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and operates within the operational jurisdiction of the U.S. 6th Fleet.
Source: Militarytimes