USS Fitzgerald

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Arleigh_Burke-class_destroyer
gptkb:starship
gptkbp:aftermath increased scrutiny on naval operations
gptkbp:armament gptkb:Tomahawk_cruise_missiles
gptkb:Tomahawk_missiles
gptkb:ASROC
gptkb:Phalanx_CIWS
Harpoon missiles
gptkbp:awards gptkb:Meritorious_Unit_Commendation
gptkb:Navy_Unit_Commendation
gptkb:Navy_E_Ribbon
gptkbp:beam 66 feet
gptkbp:builder gptkb:Bath_Iron_Works
gptkbp:captain Commanding Officer Bryce Benson
gptkbp:casualties 7 sailors killed
7 sailors
gptkbp:class gptkb:Arleigh_Burke-class
gptkb:Arleigh_Burke-class_destroyer
gptkb:starship
gptkbp:collision_analysis review of navigation practices
gptkbp:collision_cause human error
Navigational error
gptkbp:collision_circumstances crossing paths with ACX Crystal
gptkbp:collision_consequences increased naval safety regulations
gptkbp:collision_date June 17, 2017
gptkbp:collision_historical_significance notable incident in naval history
gptkbp:collision_impact significant media coverage
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_fleet influenced fleet readiness assessments
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_future_operations affected future naval exercises and deployments
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_international_relations influenced U. S. maritime diplomacy
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_navy heightened awareness of maritime safety
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_policy led to policy changes in naval operations
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_public_perception raised concerns about naval safety standards
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_relations affected U. S.-Japan naval cooperation
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_safety_culture shift in safety culture within the Navy
gptkbp:collision_impact_on_training revised training protocols for naval personnel
gptkbp:collision_incident 2017-06-17
gptkbp:collision_investigation led to changes in naval policy
gptkbp:collision_legal_actions lawsuits filed by families of victims
gptkbp:collision_lessons_learned importance of communication at sea
gptkbp:collision_location gptkb:Philippine_Sea
gptkb:Tokyo_Bay
gptkbp:collision_media_coverage extensive international media coverage
gptkbp:collision_outcome increased focus on crew readiness
gptkbp:collision_public_inquiry Congressional hearings held
gptkbp:collision_public_memorial held for the deceased sailors
gptkbp:collision_response U. S. Navy's commitment to improve training
gptkbp:collision_time 1:30 AM JST
gptkbp:commanded Captain Benson.
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Captain_Benson
gptkbp:commissioned gptkb:1995
gptkb:2017
2016-05-24
October 14, 1995
July 14, 1995
gptkbp:communication_system gptkb:combat_system
gptkbp:constructed_in U. S. Navy's surface fleet.
gptkbp:crew 300 personnel
Regular training exercises
underwent additional training post-incident
gptkbp:crew_capacity 300 personnel
approximately 300 personnel
gptkbp:current_status active duty
gptkbp:damage Flooding in multiple compartments.
Severe hull damage
Severe damage to starboard side
gptkbp:damage_extent significant damage to starboard side
gptkbp:decommissioned gptkb:2021
Not decommissioned as of October 2023
gptkbp:defeated gptkb:collision
collision with MV ACX Crystal
gptkbp:defense_mechanism gptkb:combat_system
gptkbp:deployment gptkb:Middle_East
gptkb:1996
gptkb:2017
Western Pacific
2017 before collision.
gptkbp:descendant gptkb:William_Fitzgerald
gptkbp:designed_for Multi-mission capabilities.
gptkbp:displacement 8,315 tons
gptkbp:drafted_by 31 feet
gptkbp:engagements Participated in various naval exercises.
gptkbp:events gptkb:Philippine_Sea
June 17, 2017
gptkbp:fate active service
Decommissioned after collision incident.
Undergoing repairs after collision
gptkbp:fighting_style AN/ SLQ-32
gptkbp:flag gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:home_port gptkb:2019
gptkb:Yokosuka_Naval_Base
gptkb:Yokosuka,_Japan
gptkb:Naval_Base_Yokosuka
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label USS Fitzgerald
gptkbp:impact Increased scrutiny on naval operations.
gptkbp:investigates Conducted by the U. S. Navy.
failure to maintain proper lookout
Conducted by US Navy
gptkbp:investigation_conducted_by gptkb:United_States_Navy
gptkbp:launched gptkb:2014
April 6, 1994
2014-04-06
gptkbp:legacy Highlighted need for improved naval safety.
gptkbp:length 505 feet
gptkbp:mechanics gptkb:MV_ACX_Crystal
merchant vessel ACX Crystal
gptkbp:merchant_vessel_type gptkb:logistics
gptkbp:mission Maritime security operations
gptkbp:named_after gptkb:William_Fitzgerald
gptkbp:notable_case Collision with ACX Crystal.
gptkbp:notable_event Collision with merchant vessel.
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:United_States_Navy
gptkbp:operational_area Western Pacific
gptkbp:operational_history Served in various international missions.
gptkbp:operational_status Active duty
gptkbp:operational_use Air defense and anti-submarine warfare.
gptkbp:origin Admiral William Charles Fitzgerald
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:United_States_Navy
gptkb:U._S._7th_Fleet
gptkbp:participated_in gptkb:RIMPAC_2018
gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Inherent_Resolve
gptkb:Operation_Freedom's_Sentinel
RIMPAC exercises
Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC)
gptkbp:propulsion Gas turbine engines
gptkbp:public_reaction calls for accountability
gptkbp:radar gptkb:AN/_SPY-1
gptkbp:recommissioned gptkb:2020
gptkbp:repair_cost estimated at $200 million
gptkbp:repair_duration several months
over a year
gptkbp:repair_facility gptkb:U._S._Naval_Ship_Repair_Facility
gptkbp:repair_yard USS Fitzgerald was repaired at the U. S. Naval Ship Repair Facility
gptkbp:repaired_by gptkb:U._S._Naval_Ship_Repair_Facility
gptkbp:responds_to search and rescue operations initiated
gptkbp:returned_to_service 2018-03-30
gptkbp:role gptkb:starship
gptkbp:safety_measures implemented new safety protocols
gptkbp:sister_ship gptkb:USS_Shiloh
gptkb:USS_Paul_Hamilton
gptkb:USS_Oregon_City
gptkb:USS_Benfold
gptkb:USS_Carney
gptkb:USS_Chung-Hoon
gptkb:USS_Halsey
gptkb:USS_Laboon
gptkb:USS_Mc_Campbell
gptkb:USS_Milius
gptkb:USS_Mustin
gptkb:USS_Porter
gptkb:USS_Ross
gptkb:USS_Stethem
gptkb:USS_Stout
gptkb:USS_Thomas_Hudner
gptkb:USS_Chafee
gptkb:USS_John_Basilone
gptkb:USS_Paul_Ignatius
gptkb:USS_Rafael_Peralta
gptkbp:sonar gptkb:AN/_SQS-53
gptkbp:speed 30 knots
gptkbp:squadrons part of the U. S. Pacific Fleet
gptkbp:status active service
Decommissioned.
gptkbp:sunk June 17, 2017
gptkbp:survivors 27 crew members rescued
more than 20 crew members
gptkbp:type gptkb:missile
gptkbp:was_repaired_at gptkb:U._S._Naval_Ship_Repair_Facility
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:starship
gptkb:U._S._Seventh_Fleet
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4