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[76mmGuns]

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The above pic of the LCS is from the TWZ article:

U.S. Navy Minesweepers Assigned To Middle East Have Been Moved To Pacific

Two of the three Littoral Combat Ships that had taken over the minesweeping role in the Middle East have just appeared in Malaysia.

www.twz.com

I noticed 2 dome shaped things at the rear corners of the flight deck. Does anybody have any idea what they are? I'm going to assume they are related to mine sweeping, but I have no idea what they are , how they work.

 

[DDG38]

https://www.twz.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/canberra-seaway-hawk.jpg?w=1024&h=682

The above pic of the LCS is from the TWZ article:

U.S. Navy Minesweepers Assigned To Middle East Have Been Moved To Pacific

Two of the three Littoral Combat Ships that had taken over the minesweeping role in the Middle East have just appeared in Malaysia.

www.twz.com

I noticed 2 dome shaped things at the rear corners of the flight deck. Does anybody have any idea what they are? I'm going to assume they are related to mine sweeping, but I have no idea what they are , how they work.

Not sure, but they look like standard sized SATCOM domes to me. Not sure why you'd put them aft on the flight deck corners though. Could be a adhoc installation at the time the photo was taken.

 

[spoz]

Suspect it is something to do with USV control, but I’m no expert.

 

[John Fedup]

Given the delays with the Ford class construction, second CVN JFK, which is not due for operation until 2027, it is hardly a surprise that CVN Nimitz will continue to serve until 2027. The current situation illustrates why a return to the 12 CVN fleet size is needed.

EXCLUSIVE: Aircraft carrier Nimitz service life extended until 2027 - Breaking Defense