Austal USA launches another Expeditionary Fast Transport vessel

by Richard Halfhide | 30th June 2023 | Warship Technology, Naval & Patrol

Home News Austal USA launches another Expeditionary Fast Transport vessel

USS Hershel “Woody” Williams maneuvering exercise

EPFS are capable of transporting personnel and cargo and flight deck to support aircraft launch and recovery. Source: USN

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