The USS OKLAHOMA SSN 802 is “Pressure Hull Complete"

The future USS Oklahoma (SSN-802) has reached a major construction milestone at Newport News Shipbuilding with the completion of her pressure hull. As a Block V Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, Oklahoma will feature enhanced firepower through the Virginia Payload Module, significantly increasing her strike capacity and operational reach.

Engineered for advanced stealth, versatility, and evolving mission requirements, Oklahoma represents the next generation of undersea warfare capabilities for the U.S. Navy. This milestone, announced December 16, 2025, marks a powerful step forward in strengthening the nation’s submarine force beneath the surface.

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