US aircraft carrier with 5,000 crew to call on Phuket
Phuket is preparing to welcome 5,000 US navy personnel during a port call by the USS George HW Bush, the second aircraft carrier to visit Thailand after seeing action in the Middle East war.
The USS George H.W. Bush aircraft carrier and the USS Delbert D. Black guided-missile destroyer are set to arrive in Phuket between October 4-9, 2026, carrying over 5,000 US military personnel. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, stationed at Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia, will provide approximately 4,800 personnel along with around 90 aircraft.
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer will carry about 320 crew members. This port call will take place at Phuket Deep Sea Port in Wichit, Mueang Phuket district, enabling the sailors to explore the popular Thai tourist spot. The USS George H.W. Bush and USS Delbert D. Black are currently part of the US Navy's overseas operations in 2026.
Previously, the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier docked in Laem Chabang from September 2-6, hosting over 5,000 US troops during a visit to Thailand.
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