The Helmsman Did What?

OK, is it just me or is there something completely four standard deviations out of order?

"Second, the chain of command was not well defined on the two boats. While a young lieutenant was the highest-ranking individual on either of the two 50-foot boats, when the order was given to evade the Iranian forces, the helmsman refused the order."

Here's the link.

Is there any other sources to this. As the kids say - I can't even.

Hat tip Phil.