3 Subs Take Part In Exercise Off W. Australia

The Royal Australian Navy has deployed three submarines in an anti-submarine warfare exercise off the coast of Western Australia, reports the Australian Dept. of Defense.

The Collins-class subs Collins, Dechaineux and Waller are taking part in the drills, which also involve frigates, replenishment ships, navy and air force aircraft.

Dechaineux has returned to service following repairs to a propeller after the boat had a run-in with a civilian tug boat earlier this month. ...