• SSN 797 USS IOWA

    USS IOWA SSN 797

    Iowa's Newest Namesake Submarine

  • Commissioning Committee

    Exists to raise broad awareness and generate deep support for the commissioning of the USS IOWA

  • Iowa's Newest Namesake Submarine

    USS IOWA

    Is the 24th of 37 planned Virginia class nuclear submarines

  • SSN 797

    Is a fast-attack submarine built using the latest technology

Introducing the USS Iowa SSN 797

The USS IOWA SSN 797 is a soon-to-be-commissioned nuclear submarine for the U.S. Navy. Learn how you can support the crew, the christening, and ultimately the commissioning of the submarine that will carry IOWA’s name through the next 3 decades + of service.

Va Class Sub
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Group of the Iowa SSN 797 Naval crew in uniform holding a flag.

Events & Ceremonies

Construction is nearly completed! The USS IOWA SSN 797 was Christened on June 17, 2023 in Groton CT and the boat is preparing for sea trials! Commissioning is planned for Spring 2025, also to be held in Groton, CT.

US Navy submarine firing a torpedo.

About The Boat

Virginia class submarines are the most advanced subs ever built by the United States, Click here to learn about USS IOWA and what will make this boat a ready part of the US defense capability.

Christie Vilsack and Crew at Fundraiser

Support The SSN 797

The goal of the commissioning committee is to generate the funds necessary to provide or upgrade quality of life amenities and equipment for the crew and to provide traditional celebrations not funded by Congress.

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Iowa's Newest Namesake Submarine - a Virginia class Submarine

This vessel will be the fourth U.S. NAVY ship named after the State of Iowa, however with the 3 prior being battleships, the first submarine to bear the state’s name. When commissioned, SSN 797 will also be the first attack class submarine built specifically to accommodate both male and female service members onboard.

USS IOWA SSN 797 Ship's Crest
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