Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyer: Ralph Johnson
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What was the reason for the delay in the delivery of the Ralph Johnson?

  • Sea trials were conducted in the middle of the year, which extended the overall construction process. (correct)
  • The ship was designed with upgraded electronics, requiring additional testing.
  • Due to the decision to restart production of the Arleigh Burke class, there was a shortage of resources.
  • Due to the decision to restart production of the Arleigh Burke class, there was a shortage of resources.
  • Construction delays occurred due to the need to incorporate elements of Arleigh Burke class Flight III.

    • Which flight of the Arleigh Burke-class does the Ralph Johnson belong to?

  • Flight IIA (correct)
  • Flight IV
  • Flight II
  • Flight I
  • Flight III

    • What is the primary difference between a 'restart' ship and a 'technology insertion' ship in the Arleigh Burke class?

  • Technology insertion ships are equipped with ballistic missile defense capabilities.
  • Restart ships primarily feature upgraded electronics while technology insertion ships incorporate certain elements of Arleigh Burke class Flight III. (correct)
  • Restart ships have upgraded electronics and technology insertion ships feature enhanced anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
  • Restart ships are built with Flight IIA capabilities while technology insertion ships incorporate elements of Flight III.
  • Restart ships are designed for anti-surface warfare while technology insertion ships are focused on strike operations.

    • What is the name of the class of destroyers to which the Ralph Johnson belongs?

    <p>Arleigh Burke class (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided information, what was the reason for restarting production of the Arleigh Burke class in 2008?

    <p>The production of the Zumwalt-class was cut back due to budget constraints. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles is NOT within the scope of the Ralph Johnson's capabilities?

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    What is the significance of the destroyer being named 'Ralph Johnson'?

    <p>It was named in honor of a Marine who received the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Vietnam War. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Arleigh Burke class having the longest production run for any U.S. Navy surface combatant?

    <p>It indicates the success of the class in fulfilling the U.S. Navy's needs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Ralph Johnson

    The name of a destroyer ship honoring Marine Ralph H. Johnson.

    Arleigh Burke-class

    A class of U.S. Navy destroyers including the Ralph Johnson.

    Flight IIA

    The specific flight of the Ralph Johnson with advanced features.

    Medal of Honor

    The highest military award given in the U.S., awarded to Ralph Johnson posthumously.

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    $697.6 million contract

    The value of the contract awarded for the construction of the Ralph Johnson.

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    Zumwalt-class reduction

    The decision to reduce orders for Zumwalt-class destroyers, leading to Arleigh Burke class production restart.

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    Flight III

    Upcoming improvements in technology for future Arleigh Burke-class ships.

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    Construction delay

    The postponement of Ralph Johnson's delivery from August 2016 to late 2017.

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    Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyer - Ralph Johnson

    • Contract Awarded: Ingalls Shipbuilding, Pascagoula, Mississippi, awarded the contract on September 26, 2011, for $697.6 million. This was the 30th contract for an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer for Ingalls.

    • Naming: Named after Marine Ralph H. Johnson, posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in Vietnam in 1968.

    • Ship Particulars: Ralph Johnson (DDG-114) is the 64th ship in the Arleigh Burke class. Designed for anti-aircraft, anti-submarine, anti-surface warfare, and strike operations. A Flight IIA ship, with enhanced ballistic missile defense, embarked air wing, and mine-detecting capabilities.

    • Class History: The Arleigh Burke class is the longest-running U.S. Navy surface combatant class, initially planned to incorporate 75 ships, beginning with USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) in July 1991. Built in three flights (Flight I, Flight II, and Flight IIA).

    • Production Restart: Production restarted in 2008 following a decrease in Zumwalt-class destroyer orders. Ralph Johnson is a "restart" ship (DDG-114), primarily featuring upgraded electronics.

    • "Technology Insertion" Ships: Ships DDG-116 through DDG-123 are considered "technology insertion" ships. Features incorporating elements of Flight III, beginning with DDG-124.

    • Delivery Delays: Originally scheduled for August 2016, construction delays pushed delivery to late 2017, after sea trials completed mid-year.

    • Arrival: Arrived at the Port of Charleston's Columbus Street Terminal on March 19, 2018.

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    Explore the details of the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer Ralph Johnson (DDG-114), awarded for construction to Ingalls Shipbuilding in 2011. Learn about its key features, historical significance, and the class's overall legacy in U.S. naval history. This quiz covers the combat capabilities and background of this notable ship.

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