Navy will keep the destroyer Arleigh Burke in service for longer

AFmitrynews

The guided-missile destroyer Arleigh Burke, the first of its kind, looked like it was about to retire after decades of duty.


The warship, which was commissioned in 1991, may have begun planning its shadowbox recently in anticipation of reaching the end of its anticipated 35-year service life in fiscal 2026.
Nevertheless, Big Navy has other ideas.


https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=11VLal_0lPA7lS800
destroyer John BasilonePhoto byMass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorenzo Fekieta-Martinez

Last week, Naval Surface Force Atlantic made the announcement that the Arleigh Burke will remain in service until fiscal 2031, when it will turn 40.
A plan to prolong the service lifetimes of the Navy's complete fleet of destroyers was abandoned in 2020, and SURFLANT officials stated that any decision to extend the lives of more destroyers would be made on a hull-by-hull basis.


According to SURFLANT spokesman Lt. Cmdr. Jason Fischer in an email, "(Arleigh Burke) was evaluated and approved for extra service life based on the lethality she delivers as a result of the DDG Modernization program and a thorough assessment of her material condition and adherence to class maintenance plans.


According to him, the fleet now has 71 Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, 18 more are under contract, and 11 more are in various stages of construction.


In a statement announcing Arleigh Burke's life extension, SURFLANT commander Rear Adm. Brendan McLane stated that DDG 51s are the best warships in history. The core of the Navy's surface fleet is comprised of destroyers of the Arleigh Burke class.


The DDG modernization program of the Navy offers mid-life modifications to ensure that the entire class may stay in service for a longer period of time while flaunting "the newest long-range weapons and terminal defense capabilities," according to a military statement. Ships currently being built are also incorporating these modernizing modifications.


After 30 years of service, Arleigh Burke moved from Norfolk, Virginia, to Rota, Spain, where it is now forward-deployed for the U.S. 6th Fleet, which is based in Europe.

Read full story in "NewsBreak" App
# Navy# Destroyer# Military# War# Retire

Comments / 20

Published by

I’m a US Air Force Enlistee |18yr| who will post real live events in and off base. I will be posting daily clean family friendly content for everyone with no bias or any political ties. I will be posting articles and videos from all around the Earth.

North Highlands, CA
10K followers

More from AFmitrynews

Virginia State

Limited-duty sailors should expect an increase in access to mental health services

New legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that would mandate the Navy to enhance mental health care access and screenings for limited-duty sailors.

Read full story
Annapolis, MD

The lack of proper security measures at the Bancroft Hall dorm at the Naval Academy

In response to a Navy investigation conducted last year that uncovered serious security deficiencies, the U.S. Naval Academy has implemented upgraded physical security and antiterrorism measures at its Bancroft Hall dormitory. The dormitory, which is massive in size, was found to have inadequate security measures in place, prompting the Academy to take action to improve safety and security for its students.

Read full story
1 comments

The Army has ordered the suspension of horse-drawn funerals until June of 24

In a recent development, the Army has announced that it will be extending the suspension of its horses that are responsible for carrying fallen service members to their final resting sites at Arlington National Cemetery. The initial suspension of 45 days was aimed at remedying the horses' health, but it has proven to be insufficient. The decision to extend the suspension was made public on Thursday.

Read full story
4 comments

The United States Army is exposed to unnecessary danger and the possible solutions

In the 2022 National Security Strategy, General Mark Milley has emphasized the importance of deterring great power war. Milley has repeatedly stressed that the next decade will be crucial in determining whether this period will be known for conflict and discord or for a more stable and prosperous future. This comes as the United States faces a critical juncture in its foreign policy, with the need to balance its global interests with the challenges posed by rising powers. The strategy outlines a comprehensive approach to address these challenges and ensure the country's security in the years to come.

Read full story
19 comments

Army aviation and its current status

Tom Drew, a skilled helicopter pilot, has an impressive resume with qualifications to fly nine different current and former Army airframes. In 1983, a warrant officer achieved his pilot's wings while flying the AH-1 Cobra.

Read full story

A World War I soldier's honorable burial comes 105 years after his death

The long-awaited burial of an American doughboy was finally held after 105 years. In a significant event today, the American Battle Monuments Commission, in collaboration with French and U.S. authorities, conducted the burial of its first Great War unknown since 1988. This marks the first interment at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery in France since 1932.

Read full story
1 comments
Fairfax, VA

Former Marine officer intervened to prevent further damage at congressman's office

A Marine veteran with several deployments under his belt was the police officer who responded to an attack on May 15 at a congressman's office in Virginia. The incident involved a man who allegedly hit two staffers with a baseball bat.

Read full story
7 comments

Pregnant mother at Japan's Kadena Air Base must make some difficult choices

A staffing shortage at the U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa has led to pregnant women at Kadena Air Base in Japan being informed that they will not be able to give birth at the hospital. The U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa is the only full-service medical center on the island.

Read full story
113 comments

Air Force pilot shortage is reduced thanks to internal review

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown announced on Wednesday that the Air Force is conducting a review at its service headquarters in an effort to address the longstanding shortage of fighter pilots. The hope is that this review will lead to a solution for the issue.

Read full story

The Air Force has brought back a Pacific-based version of an aerial combat competition

The United States Air Force has announced the revival of its renowned "William Tell" aerial shooting competition, with a specific focus on the Pacific region. This move comes as the Air Force shifts its attention back to air-to-air combat following years of prioritizing ground warfare.

Read full story
Ohio State

Space Command's proposed new home in Ohio, which is being pitched by politicians as a "wild card"

In the ongoing dispute between Colorado and Alabama over the future headquarters of Space Command, nearly half of Ohio's congressional delegation has entered the fray. Ohio representatives have made a recent appeal to the White House and the Pentagon, urging them to consider their state as a potential location for the command.

Read full story
7 comments

U.S., Japanese, and Philippine coast guard vessels practice joint maneuvers

In a bid to strengthen alliances in Asia amid escalating tensions with China, the coast guard ships of the United States, Japan, and the Philippines conducted law enforcement exercises in the waters near the contested South China Sea on Tuesday. The drills were aimed at enhancing the skills of the coast guard personnel and reinforcing the rule of law in the region. The South China Sea has been a source of territorial disputes between China and several Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia. The United States has been actively involved in the region, conducting freedom of navigation operations and providing military assistance to its allies.

Read full story

U.S nearly missed collision with a Chinese Destroyer

On Monday, the United States military shared a video of a recent incident in the Taiwan Strait. The video shows what the military has deemed a "unsafe" maneuver by a Chinese navy ship over the weekend. The ship cut sharply across the path of an American destroyer, causing the U.S. vessel to slow down in order to avoid a collision.

Read full story
4 comments

In the Strait of Hormuz, the United States Navy claims that Iranian boats 'harassed' their vessel

In a recent development, the United States Navy has reported that its sailors, along with the United Kingdom Royal Navy, provided assistance to a ship in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. The ship had reportedly been subjected to harassment by Iran's Revolutionary Guard.

Read full story
63 comments

Some soldiers still have trouble with paperwork despite the elimination of leave forms

In December, the Army introduced its latest human resources platform, which was designed to offer soldiers greater transparency and reduce their administrative workload. The creators of the platform made these promises to the soldiers.

Read full story
10 comments

Army's 82nd Airborne Division now has its own tech-savvy tech battalion for use in combat

According to the command team of the 82nd Airborne Division, the paratroopers of the division are known for their innovative approach. According to Maj. Gen. Christopher LaNeve, the commander of the 82nd Airborne Division, a new company was established by the division to take advantage of the innovation. The company was officially launched at the end of March.

Read full story
16 comments
Quantico, VA

Two adolescent pedestrians were injured when a Marine sergeant was driving drunk and hit them

In a recent incident, a woman who was on the verge of becoming a sergeant major has been relieved of her duties as the top enlisted Marine for a training battalion in Quantico, Virginia. The reason behind her dismissal is a serious charge of driving under the influence and hitting two teenagers with her car on Wednesday night.

Read full story

the Marine Corps' next sergeant major

In a recent announcement by the Marine Corps, it has been revealed that the current top enlisted Marine at Marine Corps Forces Reserve and Marine Corps Forces South is set to take on the position of sergeant major of the entire Marine Corps on August 8th.

Read full story
1 comments

The Marine Corps is considering expanding into the robots industry

In a move to revamp the force, the Marine Corps has announced that it will consider creating a new job field solely dedicated to robotics. The decision comes as the Corps doubles down on the use of robotics technology.

Read full story
Hawaii State

Hawaiian Marines disband historic artillery battalion

On May 26, a Marine artillery battalion located in Hawaii was deactivated as part of a larger reorganization effort within the Marine Corps. This battalion had played a significant role in some of the Corps' most important battles throughout history.

Read full story
9 comments

Comments / 0

Community Policy