USS Iowa A New Era of Undersea Warfare for the U S Navy

The U.S. Navy has officially received the Virginia-class submarine USS Iowa (SSN-797), marking a major milestone in modern naval warfare. This attack submarine, designed with advanced technology like photonics masts and a pump-jet propulsion system, enhances the Navy’s stealth and operational capabilities. Powered by an S9G nuclear reactor, the USS Iowa offers exceptional endurance, able to remain submerged for up to three months. With armament including Tomahawk cruise missiles and Mk-48 torpedoes, it is ideal for anti-submarine warfare, intelligence gathering, and long-range strike missions. As the first submarine to bear the name USS Iowa, it honors the state’s legacy while contributing to the Navy’s undersea dominance.