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Sailor Shortages and Lack of Training May Leave Navy Ships in Disrepair

Monday, September 9, 2024
Sailor Shortages and Lack of Training May Leave Navy Ships in Disrepair

Sailor Shortages and Lack of Training May Leave Navy Ships in Disrepair

Over the last 30 years, the Navy has assigned fewer personnel to ships. The goal was to reduce costs. But there have been concerns that fewer sailors has made it harder to maintain ships. And it could also have broader consequences for Navy readiness. We surveyed executive officers and visited some ships to learn more about this issue. GAO's Diana Maurer tells us more about this issue.
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Navy Readiness: Actions Needed to Improve Support for Sailor-Led Maintenance