The problem of rearming VLS armed ships at sea
By the editor: For anyone interested in issues concerning the problems of reloading Vertical Launch System (VLS) missile cells via Replenishment at Sea/Underway Replenishment (it currently can’t be done) and potential solutions to the problem, I have attached a few articles for your light reading.
Sustaining Naval Surface Combatant VLS during joint operations Sustaining Naval Surface Combatant VLS during joint operations
At sea rearming deemed a main priority by SECNAV
How US warships are shooting down Houthi drones
Reloading VLS at sea within a crane arm’s reach
USN prioritises ‘game changing’ rearming capability for ships