Photo By Petty Officer 1st Class Aaron Smith | 240904-N-SS900-1007 SAN DIEGO (Sept. 4, 2024) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack...... read more read more
SAN DIEGO (Sept. 4, 2024)—The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Scranton (SSN 756) successfully undocked from the floating dry dock ARCO (ARDM-5) at Naval Base Point Loma following a crucial maintenance period, Sept. 4, 2024.
This period of dry dock maintenance work and coordination was essential to ensuring Scranton’s readiness for future operations, allowing for necessary upgrades and repairs to enhance its warfighting capabilities. This type of maintenance was only possible due to ARCO’s unique submarine maintenance capabilities and the tireless efforts of the Scranton project team from across the waterfront.
“Together we navigated complex tasks with precision, ensuring every operation was executed seamlessly,” said Lt. Cmdr. Gregory Johnson, commanding officer of ARCO. “Today, we celebrate not just the successful completion of a docking period, but the unwavering commitment and teamwork of everyone involved.”
Throughout the maintenance period, Cmdr. Jeffrey Ransom, USS Scranton’s commanding officer and Scranton’s crew forged a remarkable partnership with ARCO personnel. The crew's expertise and insight were invaluable to the ARCO team, enabling them to swiftly, but effectively, address challenges and leverage experience during the dry dock period.
“Undocking is a critical milestone during this fast-paced shipyard maintenance availability,” said Ransom. “We worked closely with ARCO and Puget Sound Naval Shipyard to ensure the safe return of Scranton to the water.”
As the submarine returns to the water, Scranton’s crew and the staff of Commander, Submarine Squadron 11 will shift focus to recertifying upgraded systems to ensure Scranton maintains its edge in a dynamic security environment.
ARCO, meanwhile, will gear up to receive the next submarine, ensuring the readiness and capability of the U.S. Submarine Force for years to come.
Commander, Submarine Squadron 11 provides training, material and personnel readiness support for the medium auxiliary floating dry dock ARCO (ARDM 5), Undersea Rescue Command and five Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, capable of supporting various missions, including: anti-submarine warfare; anti-ship warfare; strike warfare; and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.
For more information, contact SPSC_CSS11_PAO@navy.mil, call +1 (619) 553-1278, or visit our command website at https://www.csp.navy.mil/css11/.
| Date Taken: | 09.04.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 09.06.2024 15:44 |
| Story ID: | 480159 |
| Location: | SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US |
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