Truman Strike Group Deploys Without Carrier Due To Technical Issues
September 13 2019
The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group has deployed without its aircraft carrier after the Truman was forced to remain in port for repairs, reports USNI News. A problem with the Truman’s electrical distribution system was identified in August and remains unresolved. The carrier’s escorts, including the cruiser Normandy (CG-60) and Arleigh Burke-class destroyers Lassen (DDG-82), Farragut (DDG-99) and Forrest Sherman (DDG-98) are deploying as a surface action group. The SAG...
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