What are the three primary Littoral Combat Ship Mission Packages?

• A. Mine Countermeasures, Surface Warfare, Anti-Submarine Warfare
• B. Mine Countermeasures, Surface Warfare, Amphibious Warfare
• C. Mine Countermeasures (MCM), Surface Warfare (SUW), Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)
• D. Command and Control, Logistics, Surveillance

Answer: (C)

Littoral Combat Ships use modular mission packages to tailor their capabilities for different near-shore missions. The three primary mission packages are Mine Countermeasures, Surface Warfare, and Anti-Submarine Warfare. Mine Countermeasures focuses on locating and neutralizing mines using unmanned systems and clearance gear, allowing safe navigation through mined areas. Surface Warfare targets near-sh shore surface threats with sensors, fast patrol craft, and weapons designed to engage other ships. Anti-Submarine Warfare relies on sonar-equipped assets and capable platforms to detect and counter submarines in coastal waters. The other options mix in roles like amphibious operations or general command and control/logistics, which are not the standard LCS mission packages.