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Tango01 | 02 May 2017 9:43 p.m. PST |
…. an Improved Dokdo-type LPH/LPX for ROK Navy The South Korean defense procurement agency (DAPA) and local shipyard Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction (HHIC) in Busan, held the keel laying ceremony on April 28th for a second Landing Platform Helicopter (LPH) amphibious assault ship for the Republic of Korea Navy (ROK Navy). The launch of the new vessel (designated S139 / LPX) is scheduled for one year from now (April 2018). Delivery of the ship to the ROK Navy fleet is scheduled for 2020…"
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SouthernPhantom | 05 May 2017 5:44 p.m. PST |
The ROKN is trying to become a blue-water navy. These ships are a major step towards that, especially if VSTOL fighters or attack aircraft are acquired for them. |
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