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Tuesday, December 23, 2014

1990s-era Ingalls destroyers getting modernized before heading to Japan

USS Benfold (DDG 65)The Navy's DDG 51 modernization program has met a key milestone on two Ingalls-built destroyers, the Naval Sea Systems Command announced today.

The milestone involves the installation and testing of the new Aegis baseline 9 combat system on USS Barry (DDG 52) and USS Benfold (DDG 65), launched at Ingalls in 1991 and 1994 respectively.

The modernization program ensures Arleigh Burke-class ships keep pace with evolving threats while meeting service life requirements and future operational commitments.

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