The USS Topeka (SSN-754), a Los Angeles
attack submarine, arrived at Subic Bay ,
Zambales for a routine port Tuesday morning.
The ship arrived around 10:30 a.m., which is part of the
ship's routine Indo-Asia-Pacific deployment.
The USS Topeka has a crew of 160 officers and enlisted
personnel.
“The United States Navy continues to enjoy a close
relationship with the Republic of the Philippines
“Through port visits such as this one, we strengthen our
ties and foster valuable cultural exchange. The more we interact, the better we
will understand one another and the stronger our alliance will become. I
appreciate the efforts that make us feel so welcome when we visit Subic Bay ,” he added.
Filipino-American sailors aboard will have an opportunity to
connect with their heritage.
“Having moved from the Philippines
and been raised in California
“This trip to Subic that the Navy has offered me is a great
opportunity to explore my heritage and connect with members of my family still
in the Philippines
For many crew members, this is their first time visiting the
Philippines
The USS Topeka is capable of operating at depths greater
than 800 feet at speeds up to 25 nautical miles per hour.
Measuring more than 300 feet long and weighing more than
6,000 tons, the USS Topeka is one of the stealthiest submarines in the world.
It is capable of supporting a multitude of missions,
including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface ship warfare, strike,
surveillance and reconnaissance.
Commissioned in 1989, the USS Topeka has a long standing
tradition of excellence and achievement. Its crew is highly trained and capable
of supporting the boat through any mission cycle within short notice.
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