, Following initial analysis of the recent sea trials involving the Armidale Class Patrol Boat (ACPB) HMAS Broome, the Commander Australian Fleet has released Broome back to operations.
Broome was the only ACPB without evidence of water contamination in her fuel system. Her trial has provided a baseline for further trials in vessels where water contamination was evident.
HMAS Armidale conducted a more detailed series of trials in Darwin last week.
The other vessels in the class will be released back into service on a case by case basis as modified fuel management procedures and engineering changes are implemented.
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