The U.S. Navy plans to demonstrate an At-Sea Reload of Vertical Launch System (ASRV) capability using the Montford Point-class expeditionary transfer dock, aiming to reload Mk 41 VLS cells without returning to port. This would create a mobile afloat rearm node for cruisers/destroyers and potentially allied Mk41-equipped ships, addressing a major operational constraint seen in Red Sea operations and anticipated in a Pacific conflict.
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US Navy to demo at-sea rearming of Mk41 VLS using USNS Montford Point
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- The War Zone · https://www.twz.com/sea/navys-unwanted-sea-base-ship-will-test-at-sea-rearming-of-destroyerNavy’s Unwanted Sea Base Ship Will Test At-Sea Rearming Of Warships