Section G.2: Why are relatively modern subs being taken out of service?
Much controversy has been generated over the decommissioning of several classes of relatively modern submarines. Particularly controversial is the decommissioning of some Los Angeles (SSN 688) class submarines. 11 of these submarines have been decommissioned to date. They are being decommissioned as they come due for mid-life overhauls and refuelings. The cost of the overhauls/refuelings is considered to be excessive in light of the reduced force-level goals for submarines. Each overhaul/refuel would cost at least $250 million, a cost the Navy does not feel is justified in the current political, economic and military climate. Some earlier submarine classes, in particular the Sturgeon class, were decommissioned for similar reasons, while older classes were simply at the end of their service lives and were due for replacement. With the drawdown in submarine force levels slowing, the rate of decommissioning has also slowed, and refuelling overhauls are once again being funded.
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- Section G.2: Why are relatively modern subs being taken out of service?
