Tentative 12 November reefing date reported for SS United States

The Maritime Executive reports a weather-dependent schedule for the historic liner.

SS United States Florida Maritime heritage

POSTED HERE30 Oct 2026 · 14:52:46 UTC

SOURCE PUBLISHED30 Oct 2026 (publisher date; time zone not provided)

SOURCE RETRIEVED30 Oct 2026 · 14:45:53 UTC

The Maritime Executive reports that Okaloosa County has announced a tentative 12 November date for reefing SS United States off Florida. The operation remains dependent on weather.

The publisher also reports preparations to tow the hull from Mobile, Alabama, ahead of the planned operation. The announcement is a schedule, not confirmation that the tow or reefing has taken place.

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Source: The Maritime Executive · original report