Asbestos Exposure on Aircraft Carriers
Between 1930 and the early 1970s — before the dangers of asbestos came to light — asbestos was widely used in the construction of naval vessels. With its valuable fire-proofing and insulating properties, this lethal mineral was a component in boilers, engine room steam pipes, electrical fixtures, and bulkhead systems. Insulation throughout ships also contained asbestos as did ceiling tiles and fire-resistant cloths, blankets and clothing. The lack of ventilation aboard close-quartered submarines made the setting even more perilous for its inhabitants.
Aircraft Carriers and Asbestos Exposure
An aircraft carrier is a naval warship which serves as an airbase at-sea, used primarily to deploy and recover aircraft. These enormous ships allow the U.S. Navy to project its air power great distances. Aircraft carriers also eliminate the need for the Navy to rely on local bases to conduct its air operations.
The first type of aircraft carrier was the balloon carrier, a wooden vessel used in the late 1800s and early 1900s to deploy manned aircraft for observation activities. World War II brought about the first large-scale deployment of the aircraft carrier, prompting its evolution into several different functional designs. Since then, these prized ships have grown exponentially in size to handle increasingly larger aircraft.
Today, aircraft carriers are considered to be the “centerpiece” of the U.S. Navy battalion. They play a key role in maritime security, enemy deterrence, and humanitarian assistance, helping the Navy to support America’s goals of protecting its overseas interests and fostering global unity.
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You May Have Been Exposed to Asbestos While Serving on a Navy Aircraft Carrier
Anyone who spent time on a Navy aircraft carrier during the World War II era could have come into contact with asbestos. If you suspect your mesothelioma is a result of serving on an aircraft carrier, you may be entitled to seek compensation for medical bills, lost income and other expenses resulting from your illness. Contact an experienced mesothelioma attorney and find out more about starting your mesothelioma lawsuit today.
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USS America (CV 66)
USS Antietam (CV 36)
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USS Bataan (CVL 29)
USS Belleau Wood (CVL 24)
USS Bennington (CV 20)
USS Bon Homme (CV 31)
USS Boxer (CV 21)
USS Bunker Hill (CV 17)
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USS Cabot (CVL 28)
USS Constellation (CV 64)
USS Coral Sea (CVB 43)
USS Cowpens (CVL 25)
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USS Enterprise (CV 6)
USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
USS Essex (CV 9)
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USS Forrestal (CVA 59)
USS Franklin (CV 13)
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt (CVB 42)
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USS Hancock (CV 19)
USS Hornet (CV 8)
USS Hornet (CV 12)
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USS Independence (CVL 22)
USS Independence (CV 62)
USS Intrepid (CV 11)
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USS Kearsarge (CV 33)
USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67)
USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)
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USS Lake Champlain (CV 39)
USS Leyte (CV 32)
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USS Midway (CVB 41)
USS Monterey (CVL 26) 17
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USS Oriskany (CVA 34)
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USS Philippine Sea (CV 47)
USS Princeton (CVL 23)
USS Princeton (CV 37)
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USS Randolph (CV 15)
USS Ranger (CV 4)
USS Ranger (CVA 61)
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USS Saipan (CVL 48)
USS San Jacinto (CVL 30)
USS Shangri-La (CV 38)
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USS Tarawa (CV 40)
USS Ticonderoga (CV 14)
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USS Valley Forge (CV 45)
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USS Wasp (CV 7)
USS Wasp (CV 18)
USS Wright (CVL 49)
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USS Yorktown (CV 5)
USS Yorktown (CV 10)