National Security Cutter
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The United States Coast Guard National Security Cutter (NSC) is one design among several new cutter designs developed as part of the Integrated Deepwater System Program.[1]
The cutter will have two rear-launching ramps, capable of each launching and retrieving a Rigid-hulled inflatable boats, without first stopping.[2][3] The RIB will be used for intercepting suspect vessels, or for rescuing swimmers. Unlike smaller cutters, like the Marine Protector, the National Security Cutter and the Offshore Patrol Cutter will be able to launch and retrieve both the Short Range Prosecutor and the larger Long Range Interceptor. Both RIBs are propelled by Pump-jets.
As of December 2007, the Coast Guard is investigating allegations the Cutter will not perform as planned. The first ship, the Bertholf, is behind schedule and over budget. A whistleblower alleges the Coast Guard knows about shortcomings in the cutter. He also alleges he was threatened with bodily harm for going to the inspector general about his concerns. [4]
[edit] References
- ^ National Security Cutter (NSC). Integrated Deepwater System Program. Retrieved on 2007-09-01.
- ^ Short Range Prosecutor (SRP). Integrated Deepwater System Program. Retrieved on 2007-09-01.
- ^ H770 DJ Short Range Prosecutor (technical specifications). Zodiac Group. Retrieved on 2007-09-01.
- ^ Coast Guard Employee Alleges Retaliation - washingtonpost.com
[edit] See also
[edit] External links
- Matagorda deploying and retrieving her Short Range Prosecutor at speed (www.icgsdeepwater.com)
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