Iowa-Class Aircraft Carriers: Why The US Navy Dream Never Came True
Iowa-Class aircraft carriers were meant to be massive, mobile battle stations that could turn the tide of a war. Here's why it didn't quite work out that way.
Read MoreIowa-Class aircraft carriers were meant to be massive, mobile battle stations that could turn the tide of a war. Here's why it didn't quite work out that way.
Read MoreWith the idea of applying the technology of aircraft to submarines, this experimental stealth ship first met the sea in the 1980s.
Read MoreSubmarines are a vital part of the United States Navy, but there is one in particular that stayed at sea for 727 days. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreThe U.S. Navy's new medium landing ship design, sourced from a foreign shipbuilder, was chosen to control cost overruns and streamline construction timelines.
Read MoreSome retired vessels from the U.S. Navy go on to serve as artificial reefs, while others are completely scrapped. But some go on to become floating museums.
Read MoreMany countries are always looking for a way to increase their military power on land, air, and sea. Here are the most powerful aircraft carriers in 2026.
Read MoreThe oldest aircraft carrier in the US Navy's fleet, the USS Abraham Lincoln, arrived in Guam at the end of 2025. Here's why they've made the stop.
Read MoreThe U.S. Navy has some of the most advanced nuclear submarines in the world. Its newest addition is named after an important World War II ship.
Read MoreEven in the calmest waters, a Navy vessel is not immobile, and balancing all the needs of a flight deck landing makes for a daunting task.
Read MoreWhile military forces around the world scramble to develop and deploy new drone tech, the U.S. Navy performed an important first-time test in mid-December.
Read MoreWhen a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier dropped a $60 million F/A-18 into the Red Sea in April 2025, it was one of several fiascos occurring that year.
Read MoreWorld navies often patrol the oceans with their aircraft carriers and destroyers, but not every navy has such large vessels nor do they need them.
Read MoreCost overruns led the U.S. Navy to scale back an order for modern frigates from a major manufacturer, but there's already a plan for a replacement.
Read MoreEven with all of the advanced capabilities of the U.S. Navy's fleet, blackouts can occur. Here's what happens when the power goes out on one of its ships.
Read MoreThe Sōryū and Hiryū aircraft carriers remain lost to history, as their locations remain a mystery, but the others have been found.
Read MoreA mysterious 2023 Naval accident that sent five sailors to the hospital is receiving renewed scrutiny after a local news agency found unreleased documents.
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence is being used by more people every day; and the U.S. Navy says a ChatGPT-like tool helped it drastically reduce how long some jobs take.
Read MoreThe U.S.S Gerald R. Ford is the world's most advanced military vessel, and boasts technological innovations including the EMALS launch system.
Read MoreAn ex-Navy torpedo recovery ship at the center of a years-long dispute has now taken on a new role off South Carolina’s coast, far from its troubled past.
Read MoreNot all ships sink to the bottom of the sea due to enemy fire, as some are scuttled instead. It was common during WWII, but what does it mean exactly?
Read MoreWith each passing generation, submarine capabilities continue to grow. How have these unique naval vessels developed over the last century?
Read MoreThe USS Arizona was one of the most historically significant warships in military history. The Navy just removed 150 tons of concrete from its remains.
Read MoreAmerica has no shortage of military museums spread across the country, but having one inside of a retired aircraft carrier is a special kind of cool.
Read MoreA U.S. Navy aircraft carrier once hosted a college basketball showdown in one of the sport’s most surprising venues. Here’s what made the event so special.
Read MoreWith competition over Arctic access and resources growing ever more fierce, icebreaker ships are an important too for any nation.
Read MoreThe stealthy new naval drone promises stealthy operation thanks to its reportedly excellent manoeuvrability and quiet motors.
Read MoreThe total conflict of the Second World War saw battles on land, in the sky, and at sea. These are just a few Navy ships that paid the ultimate price.
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