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This is not the new Advanced Seal Delivery Vehicle. That was cancelled. This is the older, "wet" SEAL delivry vehicle. What you see is an enclosure, mounted to the sub over one of the lock-in, lock-out tubes, for them to access the mini-sub which is inside.

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 10, 2014) Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Matthew Reyes, from New York, observes flight operations from primary flight control aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Card/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 10, 2014) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) is underway in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Juan D. Guerra/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 10, 2014) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) pulls alongside the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) for a vertical replenishment. George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Lt. Juan D. Guerra/Released)

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BALTIMORE, Md. (Oct. 13, 2014) USS Constellation is brought through Baltimore's Inner Harbor to a shipyard for repairs to its hull. Sailors from Navy Operational Support Center Baltimore assisted civilian curators in removing shore connections and lines and pulling the ship out of its berth on the 239th anniversary of the U.S. Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Cmdr. Daryl Borgquist/Released)

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BALTIMORE, Md. (Oct. 13, 2014) Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class John Lambert, assigned to Navy Operational Support Center Baltimore, holds the line to a fender while civilian curators gather gear as USS Constellation moves out of its berth into Baltimore's Inner Harbor. The ship is being moved to a shipyard for repairs. (U.S. Navy photo by Cmdr. Daryl Borgquist/Released)

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CELEBES SEA (Oct. 14, 2014) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Bryan Mai/Released)

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CELEBES SEA (Oct. 14, 2014) Sailors handle cargo on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Bryan Mai/Released)

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SULU SEA, Philippines (Oct. 9, 2014) Aerographer's Mate 3rd Class Annette Rose, from Plano, Texas, assigned to fleet survey team, steers an expeditionary survey vessel off of Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 29 assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7 into the water to perform a hydrographic survey of a beach at the Armed Forces of the Philippines Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2015. The annual bilateral training exercise is conducted with the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Germantown is part of the Peleliu Expeditionary Strike Group and is conducting joint forces exercises in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Released)

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SULU SEA, Philippines (Oct. 5, 2014) An amphibious assault vehicle assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) departs the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2015. The annual bilateral training exercise is conducted with the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Germantown is part of the Peleliu Expeditionary Strike Group and is conducting joint forces exercises in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Released)

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BLACK SEA (Oct. 12, 2014) An MH 60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 conducts deck landing qualifications with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67). Cole, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Herman/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2014) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chris Cavagnaro/Released)

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NORFOLK (Oct. 9, 2014) Electronics Technician 3rd Class Jasmin L. Lamanna poses after winning the Military Citizen of the Year award during the 2014 Samuel T. Northern Military Citizen of the Year ceremony hosted by the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott. The ceremony is an annual event where one local service member is recognized for his or her personal community involvement through volunteerism. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Molly A. Burgess/Released)

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SUBIC BAY, Philippines (Oct. 19, 2014) Sailors and Marines assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) participate in a 5K run sponsored by the Second Class Petty Officer Association during a port visit to Subic Bay Maritime Authority. Peleliu is on its final western Pacific deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region before decommissioning early next year. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Julianne Holland/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 18, 2014) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), bottom, relieves USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in the Arabian Gulf. George H.W. Bush will soon depart the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility for its homeport at Norfolk, Va., and Carl Vinson will take over support of maritime security operations, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Korrin Kim/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 16, 2014) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57) line up as the ship pulls away from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) after an underway replenishment and refueling at sea. Mitscher, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Anthony R. Martinez/Released)

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MILLINGTON, Tenn. (Oct. 16, 2014) U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, Lead Solo Pilot Lt. Cmdr. Dave Tickle flies alongside Younkin Air Show's performer Matt Younkin while practicing for the Memphis Air Show. The Blue Angels are scheduled to perform 68 demonstrations at 34 locations across the U.S. in 2014. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrea Perez/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 14, 2014) Sailors move engine carts in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Card/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 14, 2014) Sailors prepare to attach a fuel probe on a sponson aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199). Carl Vinson and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17, are on deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Scott Fenaroli/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Oct. 2, 2014) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Raptors of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71 transits by the San Diego skyline for a photo exercise.

San Diego Aircraft carrier Museum, ex-USS Midway, in the background.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Shannon E. Renfroe/Released)(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Shannon E. Renfroe/Released)

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NORFOLK (Oct. 18, 2014) Navy Diver 1st Class Joseph Carrington shows visitors the different types of diving equipment used in underwater operations at the 3rd annual Naval Station Norfolk Fleet Fest. The festival is a celebration of the sea services which honors the long-standing relationship with the Hampton Roads community. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy Ahearn/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2014) Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) perform maintenance on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 in the ship's hangar bay. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Loni Mae Lopez/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 20, 2014) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Vanessa Guerroro, from Oceanside, Calif., installs a cable on a bomb hoist aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Stephens/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 20, 2014) Sailors assigned to the Tomcatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 clean equipment on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorelei Vander Griend/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2014) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 1st Class Joshua Hinck, from Springfield, Mo., right, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Paul Davis, from Lupowici, Ga., use a mobile de-fueling cart to extract fuel from an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Royal Maces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chris Cavagnaro/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 20, 2014) Culinary Specialist Seaman Reba Graham, from Wilmington, N.C., serves food to Sailors during an October birthday meal celebration aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Card/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 18, 2014) The Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) prepares to pull alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) for an underway replenishment-at-sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jonathan B. Trejo/Released)

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ALBORAN SEA (Oct. 19, 2014) Members of the Standing NATO Maritime Group (SNMG) 2 flagship USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) visit, board, search, and seizure team board a rigid-hull inflatable boat as part of a ship boarding exercise with the Spanish oil tanker Castillo de Villalba. SNMG-2 is participating in Noble Justification, NATO's largest exercise, with Sailors, Marines, Airmen and Soldiers from multiple NATO countries participating. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda S. Kitchner/Released)

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BLACK SEA (Oct. 17, 2014) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) conduct a simulated inspection during a visit, board, search and seizure drill. Cole, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Herman/Released)

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BLACK SEA (Oct. 18, 2014) A U.S. Navy MH 60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 lifts off from the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67). Cole, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Herman/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 15, 2014) Ensign John Bishop, from Palos Verdes, Calif., participates in a live fire training exercise with the M240B light machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104). Sterett is deployed as part of the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric Coffer/Released)

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NEW YORK (Oct. 17, 2014) Retired Senior Chief Donald Burrows displays photos of his time in service to Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Daniel A. Staffa during a celebration of the U.S. Navy's 239th birthday. Burrows was the oldest Navy veteran present, with more than 40 years of service, while Staffa was the youngest, with four years of service. The event was held at NYPD headquarters and was hosted by the NYPD United States Navy Association. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Aaron Chase/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 16, 2014) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Joshua Watts, from Canton, Ohio, moves guided bomb units (GBU) aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lorelei Vander Griend/Released)

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BURGAS, Bulgaria (Oct. 27, 2014) Electronics Technician 3rd Class Alicia Hopkins, left, and Electronics Technician 3rd Class Kevan Powell prepare to lower the national ensign as the U.S. 6th Fleet command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) departs Burgas. Mount Whitney is conducting naval operations with allies and regional partners in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Robert S. Price/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 26, 2014) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104) heave a line during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Joshua Humphreys (T-AO 188). Sterett is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations, and theater security cooperation efforts in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric Coffer/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 22, 2014) The roll-on/roll-off discharge facility platform is attached to the Military Sealift Command maritime propositioning force container, roll-on/roll-off ship USNS PFC Dewayne T. Williams (T-AK-3009) during Exercise Pacific Horizon 2015. Pacific Horizon is a scenario-driven, simulation supported crisis response exercise designed to improve 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade's and Expeditionary Strike Group 3's interoperability and strengthen Navy-Marine Corps relationships by conducting an in-stream Maritime Prepositioning Force offload of equipment, by providing host country civil-military security assistance, and by conducting infrastructure restoration support. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Eric Chan/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 22, 2014) The roll-on/roll-off discharge facility platform is attached to the Military Sealift Command maritime propositioning force container, roll-on/roll-off ship USNS PFC Dewayne T. Williams (T-AK-3009) during Exercise Pacific Horizon 2015. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Eric Chan/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 22, 2014) The amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) is underway as part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting joint forces exercises in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joshua Hammond/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 27, 2014) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) perform a helicopter in-flight refueling exercise with an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Saberhawks of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77. Antietam is on patrol in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility in support of stability and security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman David Flewellyn/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 27, 2014) A Marine holds up the American flag before departing the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) aboard an MV-22 Osprey. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations, providing crisis response capability, increasing theater security cooperation and a forward naval presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Fiorillo/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 25, 2014) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Gabriella Keestel, from Tucson, Ariz., performs maintenance on smoke markers aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Stephens/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 24, 2014) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Alkyshia McDonald, from Palm Beach, Fla., prepares food aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Stephens/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 24, 2014) Culinary Specialist Seaman Apprentice Patrick Hunn, from Slaton, Texas, left, and Culinary Specialist Seaman Robert Wren, from Kernersville, N.C., prepare food aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Stephens/Released)

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RABIAN SEA (Oct. 24, 2014) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Chyna Bacott, from Stone Mountain, Ga., left center, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Stephanie Vega, from Puerto Rico, right, review fire-fighting techniques during a general quarters drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Card/Released)

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DUQM, Oman (October 21, 2014) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) docks pier side in the port of Duqm, Oman. George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Preston Paglinawan/ Released)

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SUEZ CANAL (Oct. 27, 2014) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) transits the Suez Canal. George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Stephens/Released)[/QUOTE

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GULF OF ADEN (Oct. 23, 2014) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) transits the Gulf of Aden. George H.W. Bush is returning to Naval Station Norfolk after a deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Abe McNatt/Released)

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Naval Today said:

The future USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) launched from the Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Shipyard Oct. 30.

The John P. Murtha is the tenth ship of the San Antonio (LPD 17) class which functionally replaces more than 41 ships across four ship classes. The launch marks a major milestone for the ship.

Capt. Darren Plath, LPD 17 class program manager within Program Executive Office, Ships, said:

“It has been two and a half years since the last LPD 17 class ship was launched, and it is evident that HII is continuing to incorporate lessons learned from the earlier LPD 17 class ships.

The LPD 17 Class build plan, which was revised and fully implemented on LPD 25, organizes the individual work packages in the most logical sequence resulting in LPD 26’s successful entry into the water, en route to delivery in May 2016."

These ships are a key element of the Navy’s seabase transformation, enabling the deployment of the combat and support elements of Marine Expeditionary Units and Brigades. The versatile LPD 26 will be equipped with a well deck capable of embarking and debarking landing craft, air cushion, the Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle (EFV), and future means by which Marines are delivered ashore. The ship’s capabilities are further enhanced by its flight deck and hangar which can operate CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters and the Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft (MV-22). The ship encompasses over 23,000 square feet of vehicle storage and is equipped to transport a landing force of up to 800 Marines and their equipment.

LPD 26 honors the life and accomplishment of the late U.S. Representative John Patrick Murtha, who served his country both as a Marine and in the halls of Congress. Murtha served in the Marine Corps for 37 years and saw service in the Korean War and in Vietnam, a tour that earned him the Bronze Star with Valor device, two Purple Hearts and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. Murtha represented Pennsylvania’s 12th Congressional District from 1974 until his death in 2010.

LPD 26 is scheduled for delivery to the Navy in 2016, joining the first nine ships of the San Antonio class. USS Portland (LPD 27), the final ship of the current San Antonio class had its keel laid in August 2013 and is currently under construction at HII.

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Jeff Head said:

Now THAT is just plain awesome.

On the high seas, making these types of transfers just validates the entire Sea Basing concept and will allow such vessels as this, to off load to the new Mobil Landing Platforms which in turn will then ferry more and more men, material, equipment, and supplies to the LHDs, LHAs, LPDs, and LSDs, closer into the actualyt apmhibious operations without those vessels having to make the long trips back to bases to get them.

...and without having to secure a major port.

GREAT stuff!

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