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Tuesday, July 07, 2009

No rest for crew as they restore carrier Carl Vinson


Video: Capt. Carter shows off his ship.
Question: What's harder than building an aircraft carrier from scratch?

Answer: Rebuilding one from the frame up after a quarter-century of constant, punishing use.

After 43 months at the shipyard in Newport News for its refueling and complex overhaul, the Carl Vinson is nearly ready to re-enter service.

"It's like taking a '57 Chevy and doing a frame-off restoration," said Capt. Ted Carter, the ship's commanding officer.

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