Size of Bunks on USS Carl Vinson

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Permalink Reply by Jared Hyde on July 9, 2013 at 7:12pm

Make sure that they are white unfitted sheets. I think that twin size works. If there are doubts use full size sheets.  Safety pin the far side of the sheet on the underside of the mattress. That will make making the rack in the morning much easier.

Permalink Reply by Kevin Kelley on July 9, 2013 at 7:35pm

Thanks much!!!!!!!

Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on July 9, 2013 at 8:32pm

To figure out how long your rack is, Navy enlisted mattresses come in three sizes: 72-1/2 x26x3, 76x26x3 & 80x26x3 inches. Submarine crews get thicker mattresses: 73x24x4-1/2 or 76x24x4-1/2 inches.

Permalink Reply by Reuben Meeks on July 9, 2013 at 9:02pm

I am visiting with my son now or will be at 0100 pst...he is at range training today, but sleeps on those racks...I will confirm what he likes...I know they definitely like their own pillow cases, as I bought him a couple...I will report back in about 6 hrs from now...

Permalink Reply by Charles on July 9, 2013 at 9:23pm

I'm on my dad's account right now, and im actually stationed on the Vinson. Sheets-wise, he sould be able to get some issued to him. If he doesn't, he can bring it up with someone and they will help. He could also get his own sheets (twin size). I got my own. And a few basics of being on the ship (in case he doesn't know already).....  1. All electronics must be safety checked (or at least their cords).  2. Get a "navy cash card" b/c that is all the vending machines and ship's store accept.   3. No extension cords   4. he can have 2 pillows