NORFOLK (AP) -- The Navy's problem-plagued amphibious ship San Antonio is undergoing engine repairs again.
The Navy said Tuesday that it called off crew training off the coast of Virginia last week after all four of the San Antonio's diesel engines experienced problems.
Naval Surface Force Atlantic spokesman Lt. Cmdr. Bill Urban tells The Virginian-Pilot that all four engines experienced leaks with the intercoolers and the leak-off boxes.
Fleet Forces Command head Admr. John C. Harvey says the issues aren't as significant as those in the past.
During the ship's first deployment in 2008, it had to stop in Bahrain for emergency repairs because of engine problems.
The latest problems occurred less than two months after the ship underwent sea trials and was deemed ready for duty.
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Information from: The Virginian-Pilot, http://pilotonline.com
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