The amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) completed a five-day sea trials period March 13 following an eight-month planned maintenance availability period.
During the underway period, New Orleans’ crew members tested a number of shipboard systems including damage control systems, navigational equipment and the propulsion plant.
The crew also conducted several checks to prepare for its upcoming Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) inspection scheduled to take place later this year.
Sea trials gave the ship’s crew an opportunity to operate and test equipment as designed following a lengthy maintenance period. According to Capt. Doug Verissimo, New Orleans’ commanding officer, it also gave the crew a chance to train.
The crew shook off the dust from the maintenance period and performed exceptionally well.
Our newest Sailors were able to learn how the ship operates underway, and the emphasis was on safe and precise evolutions.
The Inspection and Readiness Team (IRAT) conducted numerous checks to ensure the ship would be ready for its upcoming INSURV. On their first visit, the team checked if equipment was functional and annotated discrepancies to be fixed before INSURV.
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