Did they find the Marine AAV that sunk?

Marine AAV that sank in deadly accident found 385 feet under Pacific Ocean. The Navy was able to identify human remains with video from an unmanned sub. Officials said eight more are missing and presumed dead after an amphibious assault vehicle took on water off the Navy-owned island of San Clemente in California.

How did the amphibious vehicle sink?

Shortly after taking on water the voltage in the AAV started to drop, reducing the vehicle’s radio output and preventing the bilge pumps from dumping water out of the AAV fast enough. Eventually the transmission, low on oil, failed, triggering a chain of events that caused the vehicle to sink, the investigation found.

How do amphibious assault vehicles float?

Most land vehicles – even lightly armoured ones – can be made amphibious simply by providing them with a waterproof hull and perhaps a propeller. This is possible as a vehicle’s displacement is usually greater than its weight, and thus it will float.

Are amphibious assault vehicles safe?

The Marine Corps stands by the efficacy of the recommendations that came from the multiple investigations into the AAV mishap from the summer of 2020, and with those recommendations implemented and sustained, the AAV is a safe and effective vehicle for amphibious operations.

Does the army have AAVs?

After a tragic July 2020 sinking that killed nine troops, AAV operations had been halted. Citing operational concerns Stenger did not say whether any AAVs were currently deployed. In September the Marine Corps beached the AAV’s replacement, the amphibious combat vehicle, due to issues with its towing mechanism.

How heavy is an AAV?

Assault Amphibious Vehicle

What is a Sherp used for?

Its vehicles are sold all over the world through a wide dealership network including ARGO and STREIT Group. The key feature of SHERP vehicles is the large wheels with an onboard system to inflate or deflate them, which allows vehicles to travel through water, cross brushwood, scramble and climb up thin ice.

Who makes amphibious assault vehicle?

United Defense
Assault Amphibious Vehicle