What You Need to Know: The USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77), the final Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, has returned to the fleet after completing its Planned Incremental Availability (PIA) at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Alongside modernization of safety, communication, and combat systems, the carrier received Quality of Service improvements, such as upgraded crew spaces, new ovens, and...

Over Budget: The U.S. Navy faces a critical shortage of submarines as delays and cost overruns plague the Virginia-class attack submarine program, now $17 billion over budget. With only 22 Virginia-class subs in service and a production rate of two per year, the Navy cannot meet growing demands, especially in the face of adversaries like China with advanced A2/AD systems.

What You Need to Know: After undergoing a Planned Incremental Availability (PIA) period at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, the USS Nimitz (CVN-68), the lead ship of the iconic Nimitz-class supercarriers, has returned to operations.

Mike Sarraille, retired Navy SEAL, author, and CEO of Talen War Group, discusses the escalating tensions in the RussiaUkraine war, following Russia’s launch of an experimental intermediate-range ballistic missile. This is the first of its kind seen on the battlefield and is meant to carry nuclear warheads. Sarraille criticized the recent U.S. policy change to […]

The Best: During World War II, the United States Navy commissioned 24 Essex-class aircraft carriers, making it the most numerous class of capital warships of the 20th century. These carriers were a significant upgrade from previous designs, featuring larger air groups, extended flight decks, and enhanced armament, including advanced anti-aircraft guns and improved radar systems...

What You Need to Know: The USS George Washington (CVN-73), a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has returned to Yokosuka, Japan, to serve as the U.S. Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier. This marks a return to Japan for the ship, which previously held the same role from 2008 to 2015 before being relieved by the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76).

Disaster?: The U.S. Navy is advancing its F/A-XX program, a sixth-generation fighter intended to replace the F/A-18E/F and EA-18G aircraft and complement the F-35C in carrier operations.-Despite budgetary challenges that led to a delay of about $1 billion in funding, the Navy remains committed to the project, emphasizing its potential to enhance operational reach, creat...

Just Not Replaceable?The U.S. Navy is extending the service life of its aging Nimitz-class aircraft carriers due to delays in commissioning new Ford-class carriers. The Nimitz-class vessels, first introduced in 1975 with a planned 50-year service life, are approaching or surpassing this threshold. Only one Ford-class carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, has been commissioned, wit...

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What You Need to Know: Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen are claiming victory over the United States Navy. Sayyed Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, leader of the Ansar Allah movement, asserted that Yemen has challenged U.S. naval forces, stating that American aircraft carriers like the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and the USS Abraham Lincoln have retreated from the region after supposed a...

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According to a court filing exclusively obtained by NewsBusters, CNNs Jake Tapper refused to answer basic questions about his shows finances, including his salary, during a sworn deposition on Wednesday. The legal team for Plaintiff and Navy veteran Zachary Young was now requesting Floridas 14 Circuit Court to step in and force him to answer the questions.Tapper was compelled into being...

Special operations troops like Army Green Berets or Navy SEALS prepare for the most dangerous missions in the U.S. military through high-risk training that would wear down the most rugged outdoor adventurer.

Stop Building Them:The article discusses the U.S. Navy's Gerald R. Ford-class nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, developed to replace the aging Nimitz-class vessels. Despite being the most expensive warships ever built at $13.3 billion each, these carriers face significant challenges.

Warrior of the Vietnam War: The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II was a highly versatile and successful third-generation fighter jet used extensively by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. Originally designed as an interceptor for the U.S. Navy, it was later adopted by the Air Force and Marine Corps, becoming a primary warplane across services.

Joel Francis Schwarz, age 87, of Twin Lakes passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024 at Good Samaritan Center in Albert Lea, Minnesota with his familys loving hands upon him. Joel graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1955. In 1957 he joined the US Navy and reported for duty upon the USS Bennington. After […]The post

Just Totally Amazing: The Boeing F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet are advanced variants of the original F/A-18C and D Hornet, featuring significant upgrades in size, capacity, and technology. These carrier-capable fighters are powered by twin GE F414-GE-400 engines, providing greater thrust for improved takeoff performance from aircraft carriers.

Retired Too Early? The F-14 Tomcat is one of the most iconic fighter jets in aviation history, largely due to its prominent role in the 1986 film "Top Gun." While the aircraft performed admirably during its service, it was eventually retired by the U.S. Navy in 2006 and replaced by the more advanced F-18 Hornet.

The Army star quarterback will stand under the lights of Yankee Stadium on Saturday night, in prime time on NBC, leading the No. 19 Black Knights (9-0) into their biggest non-Navy matchup in 66 years, against No. 6 Notre Dame (9-1).