Navy Announces New Frigate Class Based on HII's Legend-Class Design
The US Navy has announced plans to pursue a new frigate class based on HII's Legend-class national security cutter. The goal is to have the new ship in the water by 2028.
National Security Cutter
Navy Seeks New Frigate Design for 2028 Launch
The US Navy aims to have new frigates based on an American design in the water by 2028, according to Jason Potter, the Navy's acting acquisition executive. The service plans to use a design approach that separates finalizing the ship's design from construction.