Essex (LHD 2) - Naval Cruise Book

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COMBAT SYSTEMS LCDR D M SENDER Department Head ENS S K SPAULDING Assistant DH GMCM R VAN DYCK Department LCPO Combat Systems Department consists of five divisions and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all command and control, ship ' s weapons systems and ordnance. Data Systems Division maintains all computer systems both tactical and non- tactical along with display equipment. Electronics Division is responsible for search radars, exterior communications, air traffic control systems, identification friend or foe system. weather systems and micro miniature component repair. Fire Control Division maintains the 3D air search radar, fire control systems and all missile systems, while Gun Division maintains the Close-In Weapons System and all ship ' s gun systems. Weapons Division is responsible for all ammunition movement, ordnance build-up, handling and storage. These systems are an integral part in the defense of the Amphibious Ready Group.

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