Very proud to announce our future submarines will be known as the #AttackClass. The name represents the inherent stealth, long-range endurance and lethality of a #submarine. The first submarine, HMAS Attack, is expected in the early 2030s. #neverwaver #AusNavy #ThinkFightWinNavy pic.twitter.com/G30BlEqO8y— Chief of Navy Australia (@CN_Australia) December 13, 2018
FoxTrot Alpha: Australia Names New Attack Submarine The, Uh, Attack
Australians the world over are known for being, well, let’s just say uncomplicated. So it’s fitting that it has decided to name the first submarine slated to replace its current slate of Collins-class attack submarines with a new generation of attack subs, starting with the HMAS Attack.
The deeply-considered name was announced by the Chief of the Australian Navy, Vice Admiral Michael Noonan, on Twitter:
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WNU editor: Simple. To the point. Not complicated. You just got to love the Aussies.
