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USS New York Sets Sail for the First Time

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Story Number: NNS090703-14
Release Date: 7/3/2009 10:29:00 AM

From Program Executive Office Ships Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The future USS New York (LPD 21) was put to sea for the first time June 27, transiting down the Mississippi River to conduct builder's trials.

Named for the state of New York, the ship and her motto "Never Forget" honor the victims and first responders of the Sept. 11, 2001, World Trade Center attacks. Constructed in Avondale, La., the ship contains 24 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center within the 311-ton bow unit.

During the four-day trial, Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding conducted comprehensive tests intended to demonstrate the performance of the combat and communication systems, propulsion plant, ship handling, damage control capabilities and auxiliary systems. Major events included full-power demonstrations during ahead and astern maneuvers, main ballasting, steering drills and combat system evolutions - all of which were successful.

The ship is expected to conduct acceptance trials this summer, followed by delivery to the Navy. The ship is scheduled for commissioning in November 2009, and her homeport will be Norfolk, Va.

"The LPD 17 class represents a revolution in amphibious ship design," said class program manager Capt. Bill Galinis. "These ships provide a much-needed capability for our country and our Navy-Marine Corps team."

Builder's trials are the first opportunity the shipbuilder and the Navy have to operate the ship underway, as well as provide an opportunity to test and correct issues prior to demonstration to the Navy's Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV). The success of this trial reflects the superb coordination and cooperation between the Navy, the shipbuilder and myriad contractors and subcontractors spread across the country.

Experts from the Navy's Naval Sea Systems Command, Program Executive Office, Ships (PEO Ships) and Supervisor of Shipbuilding Gulf Coast observed the ship's performance dockside and while at sea.

PEO Ships is responsible for the development and acquisition of U.S. Navy surface ships and is currently managing the design and construction of a wide range of ship classes and small boats and craft. These platforms range from major warships such as frontline surface combatants and amphibious assault ships to air-cushioned landing craft, oceanographic research ships and special warfare craft. PEO Ships has delivered 31 major warships and hundreds of small boats and craft from more than 30 shipyards and boat builders across the United States.

For more news from Naval Sea Systems Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/navsea/.