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The US Navy has battled operational tempo ordeals for years. The Iran war exposed the flaws.

Carrier availability and decisions made during the Iran war have exacerbated the US Navy's longstanding struggles with a frenzied operational tempo.

By Riley Ceder and Natalie Oliverio

4 weeks ago

USS John F. Kennedy completes acceptance sea trials

The USS John F. Kennedy completed acceptance sea trials Saturday as it heads toward its scheduled fiscal 2027 delivery.

4 weeks ago

USS Gerald R. Ford to undergo maintenance after onboard fire and plumbing issues

The USS Gerald R. Ford will undergo maintenance after completing the longest post-Vietnam carrier deployment.

2 months ago

US Navy to explore powering shore installations with aircraft carriers

Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao revealed that Naval Station Norfolk will be “powered from an aircraft carrier" sometime this summer.

By Claire Barrett

4 months ago

The US Navy is full speed ahead on building a laser fleet

Operation Epic Fury may have strengthened the case for laser weapons, but the U.S. Navy’s dream of putting one on every ship may take longer than expected.

By Jared Keller

4 months ago

Toilet issues on USS Gerald R. Ford are ‘highly exaggerated,’ says CNO

Misuse by sailors was partly to blame for challenges with the USS Gerald R. Ford’s toilets, the Chief of Naval Operations said.

4 months ago