normiss 644 #1 May 12, 2008 The new ship launched recently is bad ass! One of my buddies worked for them designing the carbon fiber main shafts, and showed me this launch over the weekend. USS Independence Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freefallfreak 0 #2 May 12, 2008 Damn. I told them to leave my boat in the boat house but noooo....they gotta' parade it around and show off. TripleF "Upon seeing the shadow of a pigeon, one must resist the urge to look up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #3 May 12, 2008 What do you wanna bet that thing can move like a cigarette boat? My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #4 May 12, 2008 I thought that you were going to say that they weren't gonna allow BillyVance around the docks anymore unless he wore men's clothingYou are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #5 May 12, 2008 QuoteWhat do you wanna bet that thing can move like a cigarette boat? clicky QuoteThe team’s proposal for the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) is based on Austal’s innovative 126 meter high-speed aluminum trimaran hullform that enables the ship to reach sustainable speeds of nearly 50 knots and range as far as 10,000 nautical miles with an unmatched interior volume and payload. QuoteIntended to operate in coastal areas of the globe, the ship will be fast, highly maneuverable and geared to supporting mine detection/elimination, anti-submarine warfare, and surface warfare, particularly against multiple small surface craft. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #6 May 12, 2008 That's a bad-ass looking boat. But where's the guns? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #7 May 12, 2008 Quote That's a bad-ass looking boat. But where's the guns? Maybe designed by a Brit'..... so it has no guns (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #8 May 12, 2008 Quote Quote That's a bad-ass looking boat. But where's the guns? Maybe designed by a Brit'..... so it has no guns Looks like it's carrying a Bofors 57/70 and a SeaRAM launcher, according to the Navy project site.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
galvar2439 0 #9 May 12, 2008 QuoteThe new ship launched recently is bad ass! One of my buddies worked for them designing the carbon fiber main shafts, and showed me this launch over the weekend. USS Independence Did they just sign up one more Marine? OOOOOOORRRRRRAAAAHHHHSo i just broke up with this woman who wasn't even my girlfriend! Hellfish #782, POPS #10664 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 644 #10 May 12, 2008 You miss the 5-incher? The multiple CIWS installations? Of course we can't see the VLS doors...Nor the LOADS of ELINT gear either... Trust me...she's packing! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrFreefall383 0 #11 May 12, 2008 Cool ship, but Coast Guard's still cooler. Navy doesn't have a self-righting search-and-rescue boat. "If at first you don't succeed... well, so much for skydiving." - aviation cliche Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #12 May 12, 2008 Quote Cool ship, but Coast Guard's still cooler. Navy doesn't have a self-righting search-and-rescue boat. That's what helos are for, m'friend...Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kschilk 0 #13 May 12, 2008 Quote Cool ship, but Coast Guard's still cooler. Navy doesn't have a self-righting search-and-rescue boat. The Navy's mission is a bit different....instead of search & rescue, it's find 'em & sink 'em. "T'was ever thus." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kschilk 0 #14 May 12, 2008 Quote Did they just sign up one more Marine? OOOOOOORRRRRRAAAAHHHH Naturally, I mean....somebody's gotta' clean the head! "T'was ever thus." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 644 #15 May 12, 2008 dude! The Navy has boats that sink on purpose! And they could also eliminate most of any continent if need be... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #16 May 12, 2008 We do good work here in OZ You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 644 #17 May 13, 2008 Even when you come over here and do it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #18 May 13, 2008 Quote Even when you come over here and do it! Where we do it is not important that we do it well ISYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #19 May 13, 2008 i watched a Doco on Discovery about htat ship. interestingYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 644 #20 May 13, 2008 She is an awesome addition to the existing Aegis fleet of ships. I can't wait to see some sea trials videos! So what else do you people make? Kick ass ships - check. Awesome looking, neck snapping v-8 powered cars - check. Sweet heavy-load jump ships (WITH tunes) check. Hot looking ladies - check. If only you made some nice scoots ... THEN I would want to be an Aussie!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #21 May 13, 2008 Quote She is an awesome addition to the existing Aegis fleet of ships. I can't wait to see some sea trials videos! So what else do you people make? Kick ass ships - check. Awesome looking, neck snapping v-8 powered cars - check. Sweet heavy-load jump ships (WITH tunes) check. Hot looking ladies - check. If only you made some nice scoots ... THEN I would want to be an Aussie!!! We used to make an awesome scoot called a "Henderson" but our market it too small. we do do some VERY cool Custom workYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheAnvil 0 #22 May 13, 2008 That damned LCS program was so overbudget I'm amazed she was ever launched. Interesting to see how the testing and acceptance goes. Vinny the Anvil Post Traumatic Didn't Make The Lakers Syndrome is REAL JACKASS POWER!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 644 #23 May 13, 2008 Aren't ALL military programs over budget Vinny? Make sure they do a fine job, mmkay Commander? or has that changed since I was you last? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheAnvil 0 #24 May 13, 2008 Many of them are. Glad to see this launched. I know a couple of folks in PEO SHIPS and might pulse them for a bit of info on this - I am curious about a couple of things on this ship. Miss you guys. I'm visiting home then headed to San Diego for my new job here in a couple of days. People still call me commander on occasion - may God help us all. Vinny the Anvil Post Traumatic Didn't Make The Lakers Syndrome is REAL JACKASS POWER!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #25 May 13, 2008 Quote That damned LCS program was so overbudget I'm amazed she was ever launched. Interesting to see how the testing and acceptance goes. If it makes you feel any better, I worked for a telecom company for 10 years straight. Using known technologies and platforms, not one large project was ever put in on time (by any group in the company). I left that company for a fixed-budget outsource contract for another telecom project. We did it on time and at budget. It's just the way the process works. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
