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Some military barracks ‘chronically neglected’ due to $285 billion in maintenance backlogs, GAO finds

A GAO report found that the department underperforms in funding maintenance needs as recommended by its Facilities Sustainment Model.

By Cristina Stassis

3 weeks ago

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

3 weeks ago

Airmen rescue 5 Navy sailors in California with HH-60Ws

Airmen rapidly deployed two HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters to rescue five Navy personnel near Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake on Aug. 10.

By Cristina Stassis

3 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

Navy fires leadership trio of ship repair facility in Japan

The service did not specify the reason for the firings.

3 months ago

Naval aviators will no longer command amphibious warships, CNO says

The Navy announced that it intends to make surface warfare officers the only commanding officers aboard amphibious warships starting in fiscal 2028.

4 months ago