GE Aerospace Celebrates Final LM2500 Delivery for LCS Class with USS Pierre Commissioning

GE Aerospace's Marine Engines & Systems celebrates a significant milestone as the USS Pierre (LCS 38) was commissioned on November 15, in Panama City, Florida. This final Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) marks the completion of GE Aerospace's delivery of 38 LM2500 marine gas turbine engines powering all 19 ships in the LCS program—each vessel equipped with two engines for reliable, mission-critical propulsion.

The LCS is a fast, agile, mission-focused platform designed for operations in near-shore environments. The USS Pierre represents the culmination of continuous innovation throughout the LCS program, featuring GE Aerospace's advanced lightweight composite enclosure and RINA MIL-certified electric start system—technologies that are redefining naval propulsion standards for the next generation of warships. 

First introduced to the U.S. Navy fleet on the USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32) on March 27, 2023, GE Aerospace's composite enclosure has transformed engine room design and sailor safety. Fully certified in 2019 by the U. S. Navy with MIL-S-901D Grade A shock qualification, the composite enclosure delivers multiple operational advantages: 50% weight reduction, 60% quieter operation, Cooler engine room temperatures, Enhanced durability, Improved safety, and Superior access.