Ingalls Shipbuilding launches first LPD Flight II

HII‘S Ingalls Shipbuilding The division recently released a statement announcing the successful launch of the first San Antonio-class LPD Flight II amphibious transport dock ship Harrisburg (LPD 30). The statement said this launch represents one of the first major milestones in the ship’s path to operational readiness.

The Ingalls team has moved Harrisburg from shore to the company’s floating dry dock, with translation railcars assisting in the ship’s movement across the pier. In dry dock, the Ingalls team completed the final preparatory work required for launch.

“We view this launch as a significant step toward providing capabilities to our U.S. Navy and Marine Corps partners and a reminder of the importance of supporting national security,” said Kari Wilkinson, president of Ingalls Shipbuilding. “As a shipbuilder, we are committed to this mission.”

The launch of LPD 30 follows the recent announcement of the amphibious multi-ship procurement contract for the construction of three San Antonio-class (LPD 17) amphibious ships (LPD 33-35) and a contract modification for the next America class (LHA). 6) Large Deck Amphibious Ship (LHA 10).

Ingalls currently has two Flight II LPDs under construction, including Harrisburg (LPD 30) and Pittsburgh (LPD 31). Preparatory work for the construction of is currently underway Philadelphia (LPD 32), the 16th ship of the San Antonio Class.