Naval Accidents

The Naval Surface Forces commander is stepping down following a reported recommendation that he be relieved.

A four-star admiral has recommended that the commanding officers of two ships involved in separate deadly collisions last...

In the wake of two deadly ship collisions, sailor fatigue was cited as a contributing factor to crucial errors.

Serious personnel actions may be still to come and could include legal prosecution, as well as administrative moves.

The U.S. Pacific Fleet is creating a new group to ensure that no ship leaves port until it is trained and ready to do so.

The investigation raised questions about fatigue levels and knowledge gaps that could have contributed to the errors.

The tugboat lost propulsion and drifted into the USS Benfold, which sustained minimal damage.