Aircraft Carriers & Asbestos Exposure
Lacking the firepower of other warships, aircraft carriers are considered vulnerable to attack by other ships, aircraft, submarines, or missiles. Aircraft carriers therefore travel as part of a carrier battle group for their protection. They are designed with the primary mission of deploying and recovering aircraft and allow the Navy to project air power great distances without having to depend on local bases for staging aircraft operations.
Unfortunately, the military used asbestos on aircraft carriers for the mineral's heat resistance and fireproofing capabilities. Asbestos was particularly used for insulation and any products located near engine rooms. However, all sections of naval ships built prior to the 1970s are likely to contain asbestos.
Some naval ships still contain asbestos, as the material may be imbedded in brakes, clutches, gaskets and older construction materials. From the 1930s through the mid-1970s, the U.S. Navy used asbestos-containing materials on all ships. These materials will likely continue to affect another generation until better regulations are strictly enforced.
Please select a ship from the list below for information regarding specific aircraft carriers and potential asbestos exposure.
Aircraft Carriers Index
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