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.
Read More-
-
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
How Does A Tide Clock Work & Why Is It Important For Boating?
A tide clock is a surprisingly simple tool that shows rising, high, falling, or low tides. It's great for coastal residents, but it doesn't work everywhere.
Read More -
The US Navy Is Testing A New Hypersonic Missile On The F/A-18 Super Hornet
The U.S. has fallen behind countries like China and Russia with hypersonic missile development. Now, it's testing out one that could be a game-changer.
Read More -
The US Navy's Newest Torpedo Has A Serious Upgrade And Is Unlike Anything Used Before
The U.S. Navy has several different torpedoes, including those dropped from aircraft and those launched from subs. This one is unlike anything in the inventory.
Read More -
The US Navy's Next-Gen Missile Can Strike Targets Over 280 Miles Away
When this long-range air missile, known as "Malice," enters service, it is slated to become the longest-range air-to-air missiles in the U.S. Navy's arsenal.
Read More -
12 Of The Weirdest Ships Used By The US Navy
The U.S. Navy has fielded untold ship designs over the centuries, but more than a few of them have featured weird designs or have odd histories.
Read More -
Japanese Navy Destroyer Returns Home After US Tomahawk Missile Upgrade
After months of work, the first of several Japanese naval destroyers has been retrofitted with American Tomahawk missiles and is returning home.
Read More -
Aircraft Carrier Alternatives: These Are The Navy's Best Options
Aircraft carriers aren’t the only answer -- discover the Navy’s nimble, high-tech options that keep maritime power sharp and unpredictable.
Read More -
Aircraft Carrier Vs Cruise Ship Size: Which Is The More Massive Boat?
While the latest aircraft carriers are undoubtedly huge, the largest cruise ships are even bigger, both in gross tonnage and overall dimensions.
Read More -
'We're Way Behind': America's Next Naval Shipyard Is Fighting An Uphill Battle
The U.S. wants more naval ships made, and while things seems to be moving in the right direction, a number of factors have resulted in slow progress.
Read More
