US Navy Training

     As I suspected when I posted on seamounts, the US Navy has fired Commander Cameron Aljilani, the Commanding Officer of the USS Connecticut, Lieutenant Commander Patrick Cashin, the Executive officer and Master Chief Sonar Technician Cory Rogers, the Chief of Boat, due to loss of confidence in their ability.

     Ryan Ramsey, a former British Royal Navy submarine captain, said he was shocked by the collision, which is relatively rare, adding that "The USS Connecticut is a very modern submarine - so it's kind of surprising," he told the BBC. "But if you relax at any point, then things can happen."  Details

     From the top down, lack of leadership and poor training has plagued the Navy and resulted in accidents that have injured and killed a number of sailors. The main reason is that the Navy is more concerned with political correctness and administrative tasks than efficient training. Unfortunately, crap does not roll uphill and until it does we are not likely to see any change...expect more sea service deaths. Read more...