Asbestos Exposure on Ships:

USS NIMITZ CV 68 AIRCRAFT

One of the most well known ships in the world, the USS Nimitz, bares the name of the former Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, the last five star admiral of the United States Navy. The supercarrier USS Nimitz was ordered on the 31st of March 1967 and construction started on the 22nd of June 1968. One of the largest military ships in the world was completed on the 13th of May 1972, being the lead ship in her class. Launched from the initial home port of Naval Station Norfolk, the ship is currently stationed at NAS North Island. The USS Nimitz is also one of the first ships in the world to use nuclear reactors instead of boilers for propulsion and electric power. USS Nimitz is still in active service and is the flagship of the Carrier Strike Group. The ship can carry up to 90 fixed wing jet engine fighters and helicopters. These are the characteristics making the USS Nimitz one of the most powerful warships in the world:

  • Nimitz class aircraft carrier
  • 103000 tons in full load
  • 1092 feet in total length
  • Propulsion is performed by using two Westinghouse nuclear reactors and four steam turbines, providing over 260000 horse power
  • Maximum speed is over 30 knots (impressive for such a large and heavy ship)
  • Due to nuclear power, the USS Nimitz has unlimited range
  • Almost 6000 people serve on board, including air wing and officers
  • Can carry up to 90 aircraft
  • The USS Nimitz has been upgraded with the latest military technology available

Asbestos on the USS Nimitz has serious consequences

Besides the radiation problem, USS Nimitz is also a very rich asbestos environment. Due to the high temperatures, the need of asbestos materials arises. Crew members on board the USS Nimitz have never accused health problems due to the exposure to asbestos, but we recommend any of them to visit a doctor if they start to experience any asbestos related symptoms. We also recommend using appropriate protective equipment around asbestos materials that have been accidentally damaged.

Have you been exposed to asbestos on the USS Nimitz? Contact an attorney!

We advise any crew member of the USS Nimitz to visit a doctor, and if the diagnosis shows the presence of an asbestos related disease, they should contact a specialized attorney and seek rightful compensation. The lawyer you contact will handle any required legal procedures before filing the claim, and will also handle representation in front of the jury during the trial.

Do you need legal or medical assistance? Contact an asbestos professional for free, and we will help you as much as possible.