Who builds the Freedom class LCS?

In December 2019, Lockheed Martin with Fincantieri Marinette Marine was awarded a $1.96 billion contract to provide detailed design and construction and the contract-related work is expected to be completed by June 2026.

Why is the Navy retiring the USS Independence?

USS Independence (LCS-2) was ceremonially decommissioned at an event not open to the public “due to public health safety and restrictions,” reads a release from Littoral Combat Squadron 1. In a speech, commander Naval Surface Forces, Vice Adm.

What kind of ship is an LCS?

Littoral Combat Ship
The Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) is a class of Small Surface Combatants armed with capabilities focused on defeating global challenges in the littorals. LCS is designed to provide joint force access in the littorals.

Is the LCS the future of the Navy?

Joe DePietro – LCS is a growing and relevant part of the Navy’s fleet. It is unique among combat ships with its shallow draft, speed and flexibility. In the future, we think LCS can have even more warfighting capabilities than it has today.

Are the Freedom-variant LCSs ready for NSm?

The Freedom-variant LCSs on the East Coast are not yet ready to incorporate the NSM on upcoming deployers, as separate testing and verification has to be done on the two LCS hull types. Manchester (LCS-14) rests in the Port of Los Angeles during a scheduled visit for LA Fleet Week on Aug. 31, 2018.

What are the features of the Freedom class LCS scale model?

This Freedom-class LCS scale model features anti-ship missiles, Nulka decoy launchers, SeaRAM and strike length VLS.

What is the Naval Strike Missile on an LCS?

In the near term, the Naval Strike Missile is being installed on all LCSs as fast as the Navy can support, giving each ship an offensive punch regardless of what mission package it deploys with.