[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Kenswing

Leaving out conspiracy theories such as the Chinese hacking our navigation systems.. I think there are several issues to consider. Morale, fatigue, discipline and training just to name the biggies.

We have been at war almost constantly since 9/11. Ships are sent out on more frequent and longer deployments. It's hard to keep your edge and focus if you're always on alert. This can lead to fatigue which will lead to low morale. If the commanders can't find a way to keep sailors motivated and engaged then accidents happen.

Then there are more systemic problems such as training and recruiting. With a robust economy all of the services are in competition with private industry for manpower. Look at what the Air Force just did to try to shore up the pilot shortage.

I don't think there is any one reason these collisions took place. I think it's more of a stacking of several factors.

Then again I served in the Marines. What do I know about the Navy.. lol