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What will be the primary outcome of the Arleigh Burke-class Destroyers' service life extension by 2026?
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Increased operational readiness • 25%
Budget overruns • 25%
Delays in maintenance schedules • 25%
No significant issues • 25%
U.S. Navy reports and defense analysis publications
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U.S. Navy to Extend Service Life of 12 Early Variant Guided-Missile Destroyers
Oct 31, 2024, 01:14 PM
The U.S. Navy faces significant challenges as multiple key vessels will be sidelined for extended maintenance. In response, Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced on October 31 that the Department of the Navy plans to operate 12 Arleigh Burke-class (DDG 51) Flight I guided-missile Destroyers of an early variant beyond their 35-year expected service life. This decision aims to mitigate the impact of the maintenance challenges and ensure continued operational readiness.
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Yes • 50%
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Increased engine durability • 25%
Enhanced performance • 25%
Cost savings • 25%
Other benefits • 25%
Structural enhancements • 25%
Speed reduction mechanisms • 25%
Additional safety restraints • 25%
Complete overhaul of ride • 25%
Less than $10 billion • 25%
$10-20 billion • 25%
$21-30 billion • 25%
More than $30 billion • 25%
Continue as planned • 25%
Modify existing ships • 25%
Suspend future projects • 25%
Decommission existing ships • 25%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
No change • 25%
Stricter navigation protocols • 25%
Increased military presence • 25%
Other • 25%
Military confrontation with Iran • 25%
Support for Israel in regional conflict • 25%
Deterrence and no direct conflict • 25%
Other • 25%
Significant improvement • 25%
Moderate improvement • 25%
No change • 25%
Negative impact • 25%
Astute-class • 33%
Dreadnought-class • 33%
Both equally • 34%