Engineering Problem Keeps Makin Island In Port
August 25 2010
The Naval Surface Forces Command has decided to keep the Navy's newest amphibious assault ship in San Diego ahead of final contractor trials due to ongoing engineering difficulties, reports the Navy Times.
Crewmembers discovered the undisclosed problem with the main reduction gear on the Makin Island (LHD-8) on Aug. 5 during a routine maintenance check, said a Navy spokesman.
A decision was then made to keep the ship in port, while maintenance work was completed, postponing...
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