The craftsmanship of Ingalls shipbuilders was on display during Fleet Week New York, which featured two Ingalls-built ships. USS New York (LPD 21) and USCG Calhoun (WMSL 759) were open for tours during the event, giving the public the opportunity to see the incredible work done at Ingalls.
Built to honor the many lives lost during the 9/11 attacks, LPD 21 was constructed using steel from the twin towers. The San Antonio-class transport dock – along with its sister ships, USS Arlington (LPD 24) and USS Somerset (LPD 25) – were built by HII.
Fleet Week New York has been held nearly every year since 1984. This year’s theme is “Honoring the Past, Defending the Future: 250 Years of Sea Service Excellence,” which celebrates the rich history of the sea services, honoring service members from the past, present and future who play a crucial role in supporting the fleet while carrying out our maritime strategy and strategic objectives.
Fleet Weeks are held each year in cities across the U.S. to celebrate the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard and feature a parade of ships, military demonstrations, exhibitions and more.