Latest "Dwight D. Eisenhower" stories

Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group deploys from Yokosuka

During its last deployment, which concluded in October, the Reagan not only operated in U.S. 7th Fleet but also 5th Fleet to support the withdrawal of U.S. and coalition forces from Afghanistan.

By Diana Stancy Correll

8 months ago

Water shortages, an ‘afloat Mount Trashmore’: Ike’s mechanical issues weigh on double-pumping crew

Sailors aboard the Dwight D. Eisenhower are reporting myriad problems as the carrier gets ready to deploy -- again. While Navy leaders say any issues can be overcome, some officers worry how they will weigh on an already overburdened crew.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz and David B. Larter

24 months ago

Readying for the worst: Pandemic’s long deployments take a hard toll on crews, families and ships

The pace of operations and Big Navy’s COVID suppression measures are placing added stress and strain upon sailors and raising questions in some circles about retention and the material readiness of Navy ships, compounding issues that existed well before the pandemic.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

2 years ago

Eisenhower Memorial honors president, WWII Allied commander in chief

President Dwight D. “Ike” Eisenhower will be honored Sept. 17 at the long-awaited opening ceremony of the Eisenhower Memorial in Washington D.C.

By Jared Morgan

2 years ago

Super Hornets land on French flattop

Ike and French carrier Charles de Gaulle are operating together in the Mediterranean Sea.

By Courtney Mabeus

3 years ago

Carrier Ike officially deploys

The carrier strike group left with little fanfare.

By Courtney Mabeus

3 years ago