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U.S. Navy fast replenishment oilers

The U.S. Navy's fast replenishment force needs more hulls, with construction failing to keep pace despite good designs.

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Question

What are the panel's thoughts on the current state of the U.S. Navy's fast replenishment oiler auxiliary force?

Short answer

The U.S. Navy does not have enough fast replenishment oilers, and useful designs are not being built quickly enough.

Notes

The U.S. Navy has too few fast replenishment oilers. Good designs are available, but ships are not being built quickly enough to provide the required numbers.