USS George Washington in Photos—and How It Compares to USS Lincoln
Summary
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier will replace the USS Abraham Lincoln to give its crew relief after a long deployment without a break. The Lincoln’s crew has faced supply problems and mental health challenges during their extended time at sea, prompting concern from lawmakers and military officials.Key Facts
- The USS George Washington will relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln as part of a planned crew rotation.
- The Lincoln has been deployed since December without a port stop, leading to supply shortages and mental health issues among sailors.
- At least one sailor went overboard but was rescued quickly; no deaths have occurred during the current deployment.
- The Lincoln was initially sent to the Pacific but rerouted to the Middle East, with its deployment extended multiple times.
- Defense officials say they provide support and resources to crew members, although some earlier complaints were dismissed as false.
- Senator Richard Blumenthal expressed concern over the length of deployments and sailor welfare.
- Both the Lincoln and George Washington are Nimitz-class nuclear-powered carriers, carrying about 5,000 sailors and up to 75 aircraft.
- The carriers use steam catapults to launch aircraft from their short flight decks and typically operate as part of a carrier strike group with other ships.
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