Supporting the Commissioning and the Crew
of the USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826)
Rear Admiral (Ret) David Goggins
Become part of U.S. Naval history by supporting the commissioning of the USS District of Columbia. All contributions will enhance the quality of life for all those who serve aboard the USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826) as well as events leading up to and including Commissioning Week.
Here is the latest news about the commissioning
April 11, 2025
10 PCU District of Columbia Crew members visited DC as part of a community engagement initiative to honor the boat’s Namesake. Namesake visits provide an opportunity for Sailors to build relationships and develop strong ties between the submarine and the city Washingtonians call home.
April 11, 2025
The U.S. Navy’s Naval Foundry and Propeller Center (NFPC) delivered the final major propulsor component for the first Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), the future USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826), to General Dynamics-Electric Boat (GDEB) on April 8. GDEB accepted the component in Philadelphia and transported it to the shipyard in Groton, CT, where it arrived on April 10.
April 09, 2025
The USS District of Columbia Commissioning Committee supported the Navy League of the United States Sea Air Space 2025 STEM Expo and April Conference and Exposition from April 6-9.
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