The USS McGowan (FF-1089) was a guided missile frigate of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1972. Named after Captain John McGowan, the ship was part of the Oliver Hazard Perry-class and served primarily in anti-submarine warfare and escort duties. Throughout its service, the USS McGowan participated in various naval operations and exercises, contributing to maritime security. The ship was decommissioned in 1993 and later sold for scrap, marking the end of its operational life in the U.S. Navy.