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1 June

Sea

US Navy medium displacement unmanned surface vessel Sea Hunter

US Navy Shortlists Seven Contenders for MUSV Sea Trials

The US Navy has selected seven companies to advance to the at-sea testing phase of its Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel program, marking the next step in its effort to rapidly field autonomous maritime systems.

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29 May

Sea

Bea Castañeda

The Gerald R. Ford Class: A Guide to the US Navy’s Most Advanced Aircraft Carrier

The Ford class is the US Navy's biggest carrier redesign in decades. This guide breaks down what changed, why it matters, and how it reshapes strike operations.

27 May

Americas

Giulia Bernacchi

US Navy Moves to Improve Sailor Living Conditions

US Navy shore leaders have outlined a series of measures to improve living conditions and support services for sailors.

25 May

Arms

A U.S. Air Force 509th Bomb Wing B-2 Spirit approaches a 351st Aerial Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during the Bomber Task Force training exercise over England, Aug. 29, 2019. The BTF consists of Airmen and support equipment from the 509th BW, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, deployed to The United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa to conduct theater integration and flying training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Castelan)

Bea Castañeda

What Is the US Nuclear Triad? A Guide to America’s Ultimate Deterrent

Three legs, one mission: ensure that any nuclear attack on the United States guarantees a devastating response. Here's how the triad works and why it still matters.

25 May

Americas

The USS Columbus submarine is seen partially submerged in the waters of what appears to be a pier. A boat with "YTB 798" painted on its side is seen right beside the black submarine. On top of its hull, around 25 people are seen standing, most of them wearing lifevests. In the background, a mountainous area is seen over the left of the horizon. On the right, two buildings that appear to be warehouses are also visible.

Inder Singh Bisht

US Navy Awards Arcfield $75M Submarine Combat Systems Support Contract

The US Navy has contracted Arcfield to continue providing engineering and support services for the Code 25 combat control systems program.

23 May

Arms

Bea Castañeda

MK 48 Torpedo: A Heavyweight Undersea Strike Weapon

This guide on the Mk 48 torpedo explains its development, guidance systems, and role in modern submarine-launched naval warfare.

22 May

Americas

Giulia Bernacchi

GE Aerospace to Supply LM2500 Propulsion for US Navy Explorer-Class Ship

GE Aerospace received an order from Austal USA to provide the propulsion package for the US Navy’s Explorer-class vessels program.

21 May

Technology

Ethan M. Encarnacion

Raytheon Software Unlocks Multitasking Capability for US Navy Radars

Raytheon is making military radars more flexible by enabling them to handle multiple missions simultaneously.

20 May

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Christine Casimiro

MQ-25A Stingray Unmanned Tanker Cleared for Low-Rate Initial Production

The US Navy has announced that the MQ-25A Stingray unmanned tanker secured Milestone C approval, advancing it to begin low-rate initial production.

19 May

Sea

The world's largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), conducts a replenishment at sea (RAS) with the John Lewis-class underway replenishment oiler, USNS Harvey Milk (T-AO 206),

Bea Castañeda

How John Lewis-Class Fleet Replenishment Oilers Transform US At-Sea Resupply

The John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oilers don't just support the US Navy but multiply its reach. Here's how underway refueling and logistics turn weeks into months at sea.

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