Compensation for Navy Veterans Exposed to Asbestos on USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63)

Navy veterans who served on the USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63), if you're facing mesothelioma or lung cancer, you deserve answers and support. Explore options for justice – calculate your potential compensation and connect with a trusted asbestos law firm in your area.

USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63)

The USS Kitty Hawk, named after Kitty Hawk, was awarded on October 1, 1955. It was built by the New York Shipbuilding in Camden, New Jersey, and was laid down on December 27, 1956. The vessel was launched on May 21, 1960, sponsored by Camilla F. McElroy (Mrs. Neil H. McElroy). The Kitty Hawk was officially commissioned on April 29, 1961, and served for 48 years until it was decommissioned on May 12, 2009.

USS Kitty Hawk was then reclassified as CV-63 on April 29, 1973, and finally stricken on October 20, 2017. Its homeport was Puget Sound, and it used the callsign NZFF. Known by its hull number CVA-63 and its nickname "Battle Cat," the status of the USS Kitty Hawk is currently undergoing scrapping.

USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63): Compensation Calculator

If you or a loved one served on the USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63) and developed mesothelioma or lung cancer, you may be entitled to compensation. Our calculator provides a fast, confidential estimate based on your diagnosis, work history, and statute of limitations. Follow a few quick steps to receive the result in seconds.

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