USS Abraham Lincoln Arrived

.: US News :. .: All American Patriots :.: "The Navy's five-ship USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, which is part of the U.S. 7th Fleet, was diverted from a port visit in Hong Kong to the Gulf of Thailand, Conway said. Before the joint task force arrives, aircraft from the Abraham Lincoln will conduct a reconnaissance of the Molucca Straits to check for debris that could hamper the carrier's movement.

The Abraham Lincoln has 12 helicopters on board that will be used in assisting disaster relief, reconnaissance and recovery operations, Conroy said. The carrier's supporting ships are scheduled to take position off the island of Sumatra."