Fil-Am engineer visits Philippines as carrier docks in Manila

A Filipino nuclear engineer aboard the USS George Washington visited the Philippines for the first time in nearly two decades as the aircraft carrier made a port call in Manila. The visit followed flight operations in the West Philippine Sea. The engineer, King Vincent Saba, is a machinist mate responsible for maintaining the ship's nuclear propulsion systems. The carrier has a crew of almost 5,000, including around 200 Filipinos. The USS George Washington's visit allowed crew members to explore Manila and nearby areas. The ship's commanding officer noted the importance of rest and relaxation for the crew after recent exercises.