ucjes Posted November 3, 2016 #1 Share Posted November 3, 2016 So I'm a first time cruise and and leaving on the liberty on Saturday. We have been delayed because of propulsion issues. They say it's perfectly safe but it makes me nervous. How likely is that we could get suck out in the ocean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enforcer Posted November 3, 2016 #2 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Hi, Sounds like a great idea to me as long as they can keep the bar and kitchens stocked I'm up for it. :):):) Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maldenmusic Posted November 3, 2016 #3 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Just consider it an adventure:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WupperAV Posted November 3, 2016 #4 Share Posted November 3, 2016 (edited) 1 in 10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 Thats what they make Tug boats for. Edited November 3, 2016 by WupperAV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navybankerteacher Posted November 3, 2016 #5 Share Posted November 3, 2016 If you WANT to worry, you should consider the probability that anything which you can possibly imagine going wrong will ultimately actually go wrong. We have never heard of a cruise ship where both azipods fell off: but no one can say that such a thing could never happen. So why not start thinking that it will finally happen on your cruise? Also, it is conceivable that a meteor might strike your ship. I am sure other posters can suggest additional possible problems which could impact your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted November 3, 2016 #6 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Actually, the Liberty is propeller and rudder, not pods. The problems that the Liberty is experiencing now is not a propulsion problem it is a problem with power generating. The ship cannot generate enough power to supply full power to the propulsion system required for full speed. From the statements I've seen, there is nothing wrong with the propulsion, but they are repairing one of the 6 alternators that the diesel engines drive to generate electrical power for the ship. Unless the ship were to have 4 of the 6 engine/alternator units fail, the propellers would still be turning, and you would be heading for port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaldsc Posted November 3, 2016 #7 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Try to find something more probable to worry about such as the chance that a stray comet may hit the earth. DON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ucjes Posted November 3, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted November 3, 2016 ok. i'm just a worrier and it's my first cruise. you seem like you have a lot of experience with ships. you were in the navy? I've been looking for someone to tell me that this is not a big deal and it happens all the time. azipods and propulsion is new to me so I've been trying to read up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ucjes Posted November 3, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted November 3, 2016 ok. well that makes me feel better. I just wanted someone to explain that to me with some sort of knowledge in this area. thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navybankerteacher Posted November 3, 2016 #10 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Try to find something more probable to worry about such as the chance that a stray comet may hit the earth. DON Oh, I like that worry. How about the possibility of a giant squid emerging from the depths and grabbing unsuspecting passengers from the promenade deck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTBCruiser Posted November 3, 2016 #11 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Is this the RCI or Carnival Liberty? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navybankerteacher Posted November 3, 2016 #12 Share Posted November 3, 2016 ok. well that makes me feel better. I just wanted someone to explain that to me with some sort of knowledge in this area. thanks! Sorry for the kidding - just wanted to emphasize that there is really minimal REAL risk to be concerned about. Ships generally have redundancy when it comes to key elements in their operation. Their decision-makers are also not inclined to take risks. Consider the many dozens of cruise ships which sail every week - and how few real problems are ever experienced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted November 3, 2016 #13 Share Posted November 3, 2016 We sailed on a Princess ship that was lacking propulsion from one engine. They tried to make a repair to it before we left Port Everglades (about five hours after scheduled sailing). Whatever they did to the engine did not fix it completely. We ended up being several hours late for St. Thomas. But we made all of our other stops on time in spite of the engine problems and made it back to Port Everglades on time as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taglovestocruise Posted November 3, 2016 #14 Share Posted November 3, 2016 So I'm a first time cruise and and leaving on the liberty on Saturday. We have been delayed because of propulsion issues. They say it's perfectly safe but it makes me nervous. How likely is that we could get suck out in the ocean? You won't get stuck out in the ocean, you will just be moving a bit slower. Not slow enough that you will notice... this from Carnival, The ship’s next two sailings have also been altered—the Nov. 5 sailing will no longer stop in Progreso, Mexico, and will instead spend a full day in Cozumel. The Nov. 10 sailing will skip Cozumel and instead call in Progreso. Carnival is giving each guest $50 in onboard credit along with a 25% discount on future sailings.. Use your OBC for a few cocktails and all well be well. happy cruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandD Posted November 4, 2016 #15 Share Posted November 4, 2016 I'm afraid that you run a higher risk travelling from your home to the ship, than on the ship. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsrdsrdsr Posted November 4, 2016 #16 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Put it this way - if I'm crossing the ocean and I'm worried my mode of transport's engines might fail, I'm definitely going by ship and not by plane. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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