The Navy said the cause of the crash was under investigation.

Dates for hearings have not been set, the Navy said.

The Navy said that it would probably appeal the ruling.

But the Navy said it saw no need to investigate further.

The Navy says the new home ports are needed for the defense of the nation.

As a result he will lose substantial retirement pay, the Navy said.

The Navy said that the work is expected to be completed in 1999.

The Navy has said it would release the ship if $6.5 million is raised.

The Navy said it has not decided whether to appeal.

The Navy said it did not have any such records.