The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln arrived at Laem Chabang Port, Thailand, on 2026-09-02, after more than 200 days at sea, including a long deployment in the Middle East. ^[1] Democratic lawmakers said the USS Abraham Lincoln has set a modern-day record for consecutive days at sea. ^[2] Thai officials said the USS Abraham Lincoln, accompanied by other U.S. naval vessels, will stop in Thailand for five days of rest and recuperation. ^[3] The USS Abraham Lincoln carries roughly 5,000 sailors and Marines. ^[4] Reports indicate deteriorating living conditions and poor mental health on the vessel, including attempted suicides. ^[5] The ship left California in November 2025 for duty in the South China Sea before being rerouted to the Middle East. ^[6] The deployment included a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea of more than 250 days. ^[7] The ship had been supporting the U.S. war against Iran during its deployment. ^[8] The USS Abraham Lincoln is carrying about 5,000 service members on board. ^[9] Thai police increased security and intensified action against sex workers in Pattaya ahead of the USS Abraham Lincoln's arrival. ^[10] The USS Abraham Lincoln will remain in Thailand for five days, allowing its crew rest and recreation. ^[11]