Destroyer Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) Sailed Away From Ingalls Shipbuilding
On April 8, 2022, the Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121), an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, departed from HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, Mississippi. It is set to be commissioned in Charleston, South Carolina, before heading to its homeport in Hawaii. This destroyer, the 33rd built for the U.S. Navy by Ingalls, highlights the shipyard's capabilities despite pandemic challenges. HII continues to advance U.S. national security through innovative shipbuilding and support to the Navy, with five additional destroyers currently under construction.
- Successful delivery of Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) reinforces HII's shipbuilding capabilities.
- Continued strong demand with five more destroyers under construction.
- Demonstrates resilience of shipbuilding team amid pandemic disruptions.
- None.
PASCAGOULA, Miss.,, April 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) departed from HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division on Friday. Frank E. Petersen Jr. will be commissioned next month in Charleston, South Carolina, before sailing to its homeport at Hawaii’s Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
Guided missile destroyer Frank E. Petersen (DDG 121) sails away from HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding division on April 8, 2022.
High-resolution photos and video accompanying this release are available at: https://newsroom.hii.com/releases/petersen-ddg-121-sailaway.
“I’m very grateful for the resilient and dedicated shipbuilders on our team, each is world class,” said Kari Wilkinson, president of the Ingalls Shipbuilding.
"Watching Frank E. Petersen Jr. sail away demonstrates what this shipyard is capable of, even in the face of a pandemic,” said Donny Dorsey, Ingalls vice president of operations and previously DDG 121 ship program manager. “The Ingalls Shipbuilding team, and all those that contribute to the mission, are the best. Despite challenges, the hard work of the entire shipbuilding team enable this very proud day — watching the Navy sail this ship and join the fleet to support the defense of our nation.”
Frank E. Petersen Jr. is the 33rd destroyer Ingalls has built for the U.S. Navy, with five more currently under construction at Ingalls, including Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG 123), Jack H. Lucas (DDG 125), Ted Stevens (DDG 128), Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129) and George M. Neal (DDG 131). Ingalls is working with the Navy to keep the destroyer line strong as the Navy transitions to the next generation of guided missile destroyers.
Frank E. Petersen Jr. is named to honor the U.S. Marine Corps’ first African American aviator and general officer. After entering the Naval Aviation Cadet Program in 1950, Petersen went on to fly more than 350 combat missions during the Korean and Vietnam wars.
Arleigh Burke-class destroyers are highly capable, multi-mission ships and can conduct a variety of operations, from peacetime presence and crisis management to sea control and power projection, all in support of the United States military strategy. Guided missile destroyers are capable of simultaneously fighting air, surface and subsurface battles. The ship contains myriad offensive and defensive weapons designed to support maritime defense needs well into the 21st century.
HII is an all-domain defense and technologies partner, recognized worldwide as America’s largest shipbuilder. With a 135-year history of trusted partnerships in advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities ranging from the most powerful and survivable naval ships ever built, to unmanned systems, ISR and AI/ML analytics. HII leads the industry in mission-driven solutions that support and enable an all-domain force. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s skilled workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information please visit:
- HII on the web: https://www.hii.com/
- HII on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamHII
- HII on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/wearehii
- HII on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearehii
Contact:
Danny Hernandez
Danny.J.Hernandez@hii-co.com
(202) 580-9086
FAQ
What is the significance of the <b>Frank E. Petersen Jr.</b> (DDG 121) departure?
When will <b>Frank E. Petersen Jr.</b> be commissioned?
How many destroyers has HII built for the U.S. Navy?
What class is <b>Frank E. Petersen Jr.</b>?
Where is <b>Frank E. Petersen Jr.</b>'s homeport?
