The Wasp class is a class of landing helicopter dock (LHD) amphibious assault ships operated by the United States Navy.

Mar 6, 2025 · LHAs are the largest of all amphibious warfare ships, resembling a small aircraft carrier. They are capable of Vertical/Short Take-Off and Landing (V/STOL), Short Take-Off …

Jul 2, 2025 · Explore Surface Warfare amphibious ships: LHA/LHD, LPD, LSD, LCC. Learn their roles in projecting power and supporting amphibious operations.

2 days ago · The Italian Navy’s newest amphibious assault ship, LHD (Landing Helicopter Dock) Trieste, received its battle flag during a ceremony held onboard at Molo Bersaglieri, in Trieste, …

In the 266-by-50-foot (81 by 15.2 m) by 28-foot (8.5 m) high well deck, the LHDs can carry three Landing Craft Air Cushion, twelve Landing Craft Mechanised, or 40 Amphibious Assault …

A landing helicopter dock (LHD) is a multipurpose amphibious assault ship that is capable of operating as a helicopter carrier and also has a well deck for supporting landing crafts. [1]

LHD 8 is the first U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship to replace steam boilers with gas turbines, and the first Navy surface ship to be equipped with both gas turbines and an Auxiliary …

The LHD is an improved follow-on to the five ship TARAWA class LHAs, sharing the basic hull and engineering plant. The LHD have an enhanced well deck, enabling them to carry three …

USS Wasp (LHD-1) is a United States Navy multipurpose amphibious assault ship, and the lead ship of her class. She is the tenth USN vessel to bear the name since 1775, with the last two …

On the other hand, Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) ships showcase more versatility compared to their counterparts. Think about it—these behemoths have similar flight decks but also feature …