California Sub Launched In Newport News, Va.
November 16 2010
Northrop Grumman has launched the eighth Virginia-class submarine in Newport News, Va.
The California (SSN-781), christened on Nov. 6, was launched on Nov. 14. The boat is due for delivery to the U.S. Navy next year.
The boat is 88 percent complete and well ahead of schedule for delivery by the due date, said company officials.
Final outfitting and testing of the California will take place at the company's submarine pier in Newport News, said officials.
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