NSTG8R
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Another aspect to this that I didn't think about.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/25/...ain-oil-tanker.html?smid=fb-nytimes&smtyp=cur
This quote kind of cements the fact that the collision rests squarely on the US Navy. It's a Navy warship for heaven's sake. The sailors need to be on the ball 24/7. Thanks for the link, BilgeRat!
"...Aboard the John S. McCain, “you’ve got power and maneuverability — if you want to get out of the way, you can do it pretty quickly,” said Arthur Bowring, who retired in November after 20 years as managing director of the Hong Kong Shipowners Association."