US tender, attack submarine to dock off Subic Bay

From the Philippine News Agency (Jun 6): US tender, attack submarine to dock off Subic Bay

The US Embassy in Manila announced that tender USS Frank Cable (AS-40) and attack submarine, USS Asheville (SSN-758), will be arriving in Subic Bay, Zambales this June 7 and 8, respectively, for routine port calls.

The visits of the two US vessels highlight the strong historic community and military relations between the Philippines and the United States.

During their visit, both the USS Frank Cable and USS Asheville will refuel and receive supplies, and the crew will be given opportunities for community service in nearby areas as well as rest and recreation.

The L.Y. Spear-class USS Frank Cable (AS-40) was commissioned in 1980.

It is nearly 200 meters long and has a crew of 1,500.

The USS Frank Cable serves as the US 7th Fleet’s mobile repair and support platform.

The ship is named after Frank Taylor Cable, one of the pioneers in the development of submarines for the US Navy. It is homeported in Guam.

Named for the city of Asheville, North Carolina and commissioned in 1991, the USS Asheville is a Los Angeles-class attack submarine.

It is 91 meters long, and has a top speed of 32 knots underwater. The Asheville is homeported in San Diego, California.

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