Family of aircraft carrier sailor who died by suicide files lawsuit Master-at-Arms Seaman Recruit Xavier Mitchell-Sandor is one of at least three sailors that died by suicide aboard the carrier in April 2022.By Diana Stancy9 days ago
Navy’s next amphibious ship named for Marines’ Helmand province fightThe Navy will honor the Marines and sailors who served in Afghanistan with the name of the next America-class amphibious ship.By Megan Eckstein and Irene Loewenson3 months ago
Coast Guard searches for US Marine who went swimming in Puerto RicoSamuel Wanjiru, 26, was said to have been visiting the island with his family.4 months ago
Future USS John F. Kennedy kicks off topside catapult testingCar-like carriages weighing up to 80,000 pounds are being launched off the carrier to test its jet catapult system.By Diana Stancy4 months ago
Sub Boise will begin its overhaul nine years late, with $1.2B contractSubmarine Boise will begin its maintenance overhaul — originally meant to start in fiscal 2016 — after the Navy awarded HII a $1.2 billion contract.By Megan Eckstein5 months ago
Coming soon: Better Wi-Fi for sailors A pilot program will inform how the Navy goes about expanding Wi-Fi access to the entire fleet.By Diana Stancy7 months ago