In this in-depth, hour-long presentation, we break down the U.S. Navy’s most important surface combatant: the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer (DDG-51). Covering all four Flights—Flight I, II, IIA, and III—this briefing explains how the design has evolved across decades of service and why the Burke remains the backbone of the U.S. surface fleet.🔹 What’s inside the briefing:Flight I & II: The original Cold War-era Burkes and their role in modern fleet operationsFlight IIA: Adding helicopter hangars, upgraded systems, and enhanced flexibilityFlight III: The cutting-edge SPY-6 radar, advanced power systems, and the Navy’s future-proof destroyer designFull breakdown of sensors, combat systems, and weapons suitesAnalysis of Aegis combat system upgrades and ballistic missile defense capabilitiesFinal assessment: Why the Arleigh Burke DDG remains the best warship in the world today📖 Whether you’re a naval historian, defense analyst, wargamer, or simply fascinated by modern warships, this briefing delivers the complete picture of the Arleigh Burke class—from keel to mast.