18-Year-Old Helmsman
Sailors as young as 18 years old may be responsible for driving a submarine in the US Navy.
While sailors as young as 18 years old may operate a submarine in the US Navy, they undergo extensive training and must meet strict qualifications before they are authorized to do so. The Navy places a strong emphasis on safety and professionalism, and there are multiple levels of oversight and supervision to ensure that the crew and the submarine are operating safely and effectively.
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