I have no idea what kind of training or flotation devices seals wear while boarding. Is there any way to get enough gear off to remain afloat if you fall in? Is there an inflatable that helps? I would imagine they prefer not to wear something that reduces mobility.

[–] CM400@lemmy.world 3 points 10 months ago

I was trained to do this in the navy 20-odd years ago (not SEALs) and we wore an inflatable vest that wasn’t very cumbersome. I don’t know what they use today or if SEALs use something different, but I’d be willing to bet they have something beyond just their training.

[–] yogthos@lemmy.ml -1 points 10 months ago

I love how these articles never ask why the burger empire has troops off the coast of Somalia in the first place. What business did they have there?