Britain Has A Submarine Problem – These $6B Floating Docks Could Solve It
The British Navy has a growing problem with its naval facilities, but new facilities commissioned may solve it. Here's what the problem is, and the solution.
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5 Of The Best Fighter Jets Flown By The US Navy
From the F-4 Phantom II to the F-35C Lightning II, these five aircraft are among the most effective fighter jets in the US Navy's history.
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The US' Last WWII Aircraft Carrier Has A Truly Incredible Story
As the Second World War slips further into the past, it's easy to forget that the legendary machines that fought and won it are still with us.
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Every Major Class Of Aircraft Carrier The US Navy Sailed Over The Last 100 Years
America’s first aircraft carrier started out as a cargo ship, had its own pigeon loft, and topped out at 17 mph. Things got way bigger from there.
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China's New Drone Mothership Could Change Undersea Warfare
Drones are an integral part of modern warfare. China is investing significantly in the technology and appears to be building an undersea drone mothership.
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US Navy Deploys First Strike Group Equipped With A 'Large-Size' Drone Ship
An uncrewed surface vessel has joined a U.S. Navy Carrier Strike Group for the first time. Here's what we know about the drone and its deployment.
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What Is A Wave Buoy Used For In The Ocean?
Ever seen a large or small buoy floating on top of the waves in the ocean? These wave buoys are critical in helping us understand ocean movement.
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Mission Accomplished: US Supercarrier Kennedy Completes First Aircraft Recovery
Despite being christened in 2019, the USS John F. Kennedy still isn't in active service, but a recent successful aircraft recovery has pushed it a step closer.
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What Will Happen To The US Marines' Retired AAV Fleet?
The Marines have used the AAV7 Amphibious Assault Vehicle since 1972, but its service is finally ending, with it being retired, but not left without purpose.
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Why The USS William D. Porter May Be The Unluckiest Ship To Ever Sail In WWII
Many ships met an untimely end during WWII, but few, if any, were as unfortunate as the USS William D. Porter. Here's the ill-fated destroyer’s tale.
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One Of WWII's Worst And Weirdest Weapons Was A Wheel Of Rolling Rockets
WWII inspired the creation of a number of inventions to help armies get the upper hand on the enemy. This one did not aid in that cause, but it was wild.
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What Does MMSI Stand For In Boating?
Before setting out on open waters, make sure your boat has all of its required certifications and registrations. Only certain ones need an MMSI.
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US Army Drone Could Explore Deadly Waters Where Boats And Divers Can't Go, Study Shows
The U.S. Army is seeking a drone that can operate in the surf and has spent a week studying this particular offering from Ocean Power Technologies.
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5 Ship Classes The US Navy No Longer Uses
Naval warfare has changed a tad since the inception of the United States Navy, leaving a historic trail of combat ships that no longer ride the waves.
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Do Buoys Have Anchors? Here's How They Stay In Place
A buoy needs something to keep it steady, or else it would be swept away from the location it was set there to mark. Here's how they stay in place.
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Damaged Nuclear Sub Dashes US Navy Hopes For A 2026 Return To Service
Although the U.S. Navy was hoping to get the USS Connecticut back into service this year, that seems not to be on the table as the timeline gets extended.
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The UK Has Fired The World's Deadliest Torpedo From A Robotic Sub
An uncrewed submarine developed by the U.K. test fired a U.S.-made torpedo for the first time, giving this proof-of-concept some real momentum.
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Missile Test Sinks US Navy Warship Off The Scottish Coast
The U.S. Navy has parted ways with another naval craft, and this time it's a decommissioned frigate as part of a live-fire test of new weaponry.
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China's New Aircraft Carrier Could Be Even Bigger Than America's USS Ford
While nothing has been officially announced, China seems to be working on a massive aircraft carrier, significantly larger than America's biggest carrier.
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The US Navy Primarily Uses These 5 Aircraft To Train New Aviators
While the United States Navy owns a number of aircraft for various situations and scenarios, most aviators are trained using just a handful of those.
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Every Class Of Battleship The U.S. Navy Operated In WWI And WWII
The battleship era is officially over, as the United States no longer operates a single one. Here is every class to hit the water since the dreadnought.
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What Type Of Fuel Did WWII Warships Use?
While many of today's naval ships like aircraft carriers and submarines might rely on nuclear power, WWII-era ships didn't have access to that technology.
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What Does 'Yacht Certified' Mean On A Boat?
You might think yachts are just large, fancy vessels out on the water, but there is actually an official certification program that classifies them.
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There's A Reason Why The USS Abraham Lincoln Returned To Port Covered In Rust
The USS Abraham Lincoln sailed into port with a fair amount of rust adorning its underside, but there's a really good reason for it. Here's what we know.
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The US Navy's Next Frontier Is The 'Unexplored Seafloor'
The U.S. Navy is quite familiar with our oceans, but now it wants to expand its operations to the seafloor. It'll take some time to get it all up and running.
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5 Weapons That Could Actually Sink A US Nuclear Submarine
The nuclear submarines used by the United States Navy are modern military marvels, but they're not invincible -- there are weapons that can threaten them.
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What Does A Black Buoy With A Red Band Mean For Boating?
Before getting out on the water, be sure to read up on all of the rules, regulations, and signals boaters use to make sure the water stays safe.
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