USS San Antonio spotted off Puerto Rico

The amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio (LPD-17) has been observed waiting for tugs just outside the entrance to the Port of Ponce in Puerto Rico. The vessel was spotted on the horizon from Guayanilla, indicating a potential port call or logistical operation in the region. The San Antonio-class ship is a key component of U.S. naval power projection, capable of transporting Marines, landing craft, and helicopters. Its presence in the Caribbean is a routine part of U.S. Southern Command's area of operations.