U.S. Aircraft Carriers Out of Service for Maintenance
The New York Times revealed that the U.S. Navy is facing increasing pressure on its aircraft carrier fleet, as prolonged maintenance work that can span years requires reallocation of ships, reducing their ability to deploy quickly across different regions. Although the United States owns 11 nuclear-powered carriers, many are out of service due to maintenance and repairs. This has led to repositioning of the USS George Washington from Japan to the Middle East, as well as the return of the Gerald R. Ford after repairs prompted by technical issues, including a fire that took over 30 hours to extinguish. These conditions add to the challenges of maintaining a robust global presence, especially amid ongoing operations in the Middle East and shifting commitments elsewhere, thereby exerting strategic pressure on the U.S. Navy’s capacity for rapid response and worldwide coverage.
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