The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) collided with the merchant vessel Besiktas-M late Wednesday night near Port Said, Egypt, while operating in the Mediterranean Sea, officials said.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:46 p.m. local time on Feb. 12. The Navy reported no injuries or flooding aboard the USS Truman. The ship’s propulsion plants remain stable and fully operational, according to a press release. An investigation into the collision is underway, with further details to be released when available.
Just hours before on Wednesday, a U.S. Navy fighter jet crashed into the San Diego Harbor. A two-seat EA-18 Growler plunged into the water during a touch-and-go landing attempt, ABC News reported. The aircraft was participating in the Bamboo Eagle integrated training exercise.
Both pilots ejected safely and were rescued within a minute by a nearby fishing vessel, the Coast Guard said.
“Their fast action made all the difference,” a Coast Guard spokesperson said according to the outlet. The pilots, reported to be in good condition, remain under medical observation for 24 hours as a precaution. (RELATED: US Navy Shoots Down Own Fighter Jet With Guided Missile, Forces Pilots To Eject Over Red Sea)
The Navy has secured the crash site and is urging the public to report any debris sightings to assist in recovery. Investigators are examining the cause, with a focus on the go-around maneuver preceding the crash, the outlet reported.
The North Island airfield temporarily closed following the incident but is expected to reopen as the Bamboo Eagle exercise continues. The Navy reiterated its commitment to safety as investigations proceed. Flight operations for the EA-18 Growler remain unchanged pending further findings.
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