The Arleigh Burke Flight II destroyers improved upon the original design with enhanced radar performance, better electronic countermeasures, and upgraded communications systems. These upgrades resulted in increased situational awareness and survivability for fleet escort and independent operations.
| Ship Name(s) | Line Name |
|---|---|
| USS Decatur DEPLOYED, USS Donald Cook DEPLOYED, USS Higgins DEPLOYED, USS Mahan, USS O'Kane, USS Porter | United States Navy |
Deployment Began: Tue Nov 25, 2025
Deployment Ended: Fri Oct 23, 2026
Days Deployed: 332 days
Deployment Location: Atlantic Ocean / homeward transit following circumnavigation of Africa (October 2026)
Post-Deployment Location: Returned to homeport at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia
Mission: Independently deployed Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer supported U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa maritime security, regional stability, partner cooperation, and expeditionary readiness following a transit around Africa.