USS New Orleans (LPH-11) 1-2400

USS New Orleans (LPH-11) — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal
This 1-2400 scale deck decal reproduces the principal flight-deck and aviation markings for USS New Orleans (LPH-11) of the Iwo Jima class.
 
Decal Information
This 1-2400 scale waterslide deck decal is designed to reproduce the principal deck and aviation markings associated with USS New Orleans (LPH-11). Apply over a properly prepared and gloss-coated model surface using normal waterslide-decal techniques.
 
Model Compatibility
This 1-2400 scale deck decal is sized for the Viking Forge Sea Battle SB34 Iwo Jima-class miniature.
 
Historical Information
The Iwo Jima class was the first U.S. Navy class designed from the keel up as helicopter amphibious assault ships. The seven ships supported Marine vertical-assault operations during the Cold War, Vietnam War, and later expeditionary deployments before the class was retired. USS New Orleans served as one of the class’s helicopter assault ships during the Cold War era.
 
Key Historical Details
Class: Iwo Jima class
Ship Type: Amphibious Assault Ship (LPH)
Entered Service: November 16, 1968
Primary Role: Helicopter-borne amphibious assault and Marine expeditionary support
Number Built: 7
Weapons Systems: Defensive guns and later close-in systems varied by ship and refit
Current Status: Decommissioned in 1997