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Originally Posted by Tobra
Big E at 32 knots! Man, that would be something to see.
My understanding is the hit was in the birthing area. I pray that all 10 missing are not dead.
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We had a knot meter in my system space on the E and usually they'd turn off the signals during high speed drills. Let's just say I once saw us exceed the "official" top speed when they had forgotten to turn them off.
High speed full turns at 30 knots were a blast but, were tough on the kidneys. You found out really quickly how well your tie down efforts performed.
As always, JR is spot on. It is amazing how quickly the course can go south and the most trivial of mistakes can be devastating. My thoughts go out to the families of my mates. It's a rough reminder of how dangerous serving on the water can be even during routine peacetime OP's.
The sea always takes her due.