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USS Nimitz Begins Final Deployment in Indo-Pacific Region

The USS Nimitz, the oldest aircraft carrier in active service, departed Bremerton for the Indo-Pacific, marking its likely last deployment before decommissioning in 2026. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group will conduct maritime operations and reinforce U.S. Navy's maritime security commitments.

2025-03-21T18:38:32.466080-07:00

USNI News

U.S. Deploys USS Carl Vinson and USS Harry S. Truman to Bolster Middle East Presence

2025-03-21T09:55:39.072772-07:00

USNI News

Houthis' Missile and Drone Strike on USS Harry Truman Fails

2025-03-16T12:11:31.030998-07:00

The Aviationist

US Launches Extensive Strikes on Houthi Targets in Yemen

2025-03-17T16:32:59.804729-07:00

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aspistrategist.org.au

US Resumes Development of F-47 Fighter with Boeing as Prime Contractor The United States has unexpectedly announced the development continuation of the F-47 fighter, also known as NGAD, on 21 March. Boeing will lead the project, which promises enhanced range capabilities. The fighter retains large and costly design attributes outlined by former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall.

2025-03-24T12:03:59.306286-07:00

US Resumes Development of F-47 Fighter with Boeing as Prime Contractor

vintageaviationnews.com

Intrepid Museum Unveils FG-1D Corsair in WWII Exhibit The Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum has launched a new exhibition featuring the FG-1D Corsair. This iconic WWII aircraft serves as the centerpiece, offering a glimpse into the carrier operations during the war. The exhibit aims to educate visitors on aviation history.

2025-03-24T09:31:46.067409-07:00

Intrepid Museum Unveils FG-1D Corsair in WWII Exhibit

UK Defence Journal

Rosyth Dockyard Worker Admits to Stealing HMS Prince of Wales Parts A former employee at Rosyth Dockyard confessed to pilfering metal and hull valves meant for the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, subsequently selling the components as scrap. This incident underscores potential security lapses in the handling of critical naval resources.

2025-03-23T12:20:12.870205-07:00

Rosyth Dockyard Worker Admits to Stealing HMS Prince of Wales Parts

Financial Times

Saab Promotes Unique Capabilities of Spy Plane to Nordic Nations As European countries show caution towards US military products, Saab is positioning its advanced spy plane as the optimal solution for Nordic defense needs. The Swedish defense contractor emphasizes the aircraft's unique functionality and strategic advantages in regional security environments.

2025-03-22T22:04:20.129835-07:00

Saab Promotes Unique Capabilities of Spy Plane to Nordic Nations

Aviacionline

US Navy Secures $590M for Five CMV-22B Ospreys for Carrier Logistics The US Navy finalizes a $590 million contract modification with Bell Boeing for five CMV-22B Ospreys, enhancing carrier logistics with modernized tiltrotor capabilities. The aircraft will succeed the C-2A Greyhound, offering improved speed and range to support personnel and cargo deliveries through 2028.

2025-03-22T15:59:28.190497-07:00

US Navy Secures $590M for Five CMV-22B Ospreys for Carrier Logistics

kiro7.com

USS Nimitz Begins Final Deployment in Indo-Pacific Region The USS Nimitz, the oldest aircraft carrier in active service, departed Bremerton for the Indo-Pacific, marking its likely last deployment before decommissioning in 2026. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group will conduct maritime operations and reinforce U.S. Navy's maritime security commitments.

2025-03-21T18:38:32.466080-07:00

USS Nimitz Begins Final Deployment in Indo-Pacific Region

USNI News

U.S. Deploys USS Carl Vinson and USS Harry S. Truman to Bolster Middle East Presence Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has extended the USS Harry S. Truman's deployment in the Middle East and directed the USS Carl Vinson to join, implementing an overlapping two-carrier presence. This strategic move increases U.S. military capacity against Houthi rebels amid heightened regional tensions.

2025-03-21T09:55:39.072772-07:00

U.S. Deploys USS Carl Vinson and USS Harry S. Truman to Bolster Middle East Presence

Business Insider

USS Gerald R. Ford Executes Rare Pier-Side Helicopter Load Amid Pandemic To maintain COVID-19 safety protocols, the USS Gerald R. Ford successfully conducted a rare pier-side fly-on to load helicopters without intermingling squadrons, ensuring a 'bubble-to-bubble' process. This maneuver demonstrates adaptive strategies under pandemic restrictions.

2025-03-20T10:44:50.336079-07:00

USS Gerald R. Ford Executes Rare Pier-Side Helicopter Load Amid Pandemic

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