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The Deadliest Shipwreck Of WWII Isn't What You Think

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0000

More than 20,000 ships were lost at sea during the Second World War, but the deadliest shipwreck of WWII didn't result due to a combat engagement..

Russia Returns World's Most Heavily-Armed Warship To The Sea After $5B Facelift

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:45:00 +0000

After nearly three decades out of service, this Soviet-era, nuclear-powered behemoth is set to plow the waves once again.

US Navy Signs $418M Deal To Scrap History-Making Nuclear Aircraft Carrier

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:45:00 +0000

After more than a decade of planning (and one computer glitch), the USS Enterprise is finally going to be scrapped, at the cost of $418.5 million.

5 Of The Most Difficult Jobs On A US Navy Aircraft Carrier

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Navy aircraft carriers require the work of thousands of dedicated sailors. While no job on a carrier is ever easy, some are more challenging than others.

Legendary WWII Submarine Crosses Lake Michigan For First Repairs In 50 Years

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0000

One of the U.S.' most decorated WWII submarines has left the museum dock it calls home, crossing Lake Michigan for its first repairs in decades.

US Navy Service Leader Sends Stern Message To America's Military-Tech Strategists

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0000

The U.S. Navy isn't entirely happy with the development timelines of its tech and is looking to speed things up with a new approach to military research.

The US Navy Is Going Next-Gen With Its Autonomous Warfare Program

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:45:00 +0000

The US Navy is launching a massive initiative to replace human patrols with AI. Discover the new program bringing autonomous drone swarms to the sea.

There's A Good Reason Why US Navy Ships Use Onboard Calibration Labs

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Many of the U.S. Navy's largest ships feature dedicated calibration labs on board. Here's why these fighting ships make space for these labs and their crew.

Canada Taps German Defense Giant To Build Its Navy's New Submarine Fleet

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0000

Canada has chosen to enter negotiations with a German defense builder to supply its next submarine fleet. Here are the details of what they'll provide.

What Does It Mean When A Ship Is 'Commissioned' By The US Navy?

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:45:00 +0000

Everyone knows what it means when a ship is built or is in-service, but what exactly is "commissioning" a ship, and what does the process entail?

Up To $280K: How The US Navy Is Trying To Keep Its Pilots On The Job

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:45:00 +0000

The US Navy is fighting a massive pilot exodus to commercial airlines with a $280,000 payout. Discover the strict catch required to get the cash.

This Boat Helped Hunt Down WWII Shipwrecks - Now It Sails For The US Navy

staff@slashgear.com (Michael G. Stroud) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0000

The U.S. Navy has added a new boat to its fleet that was once focused on unearthing the past, but will now support the Navy's future endeavors.

Why Navies Around The World Keep Submarine Propeller Designs So Secretive

staff@slashgear.com (Michael G. Stroud) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 03:45:00 +0000

The submarine's propeller is what moves the boat through the water, but it also serves another very important role, which is why it's so secretive.

What's The Minimum Distance Boaters Need To Keep From An American Navy Ship In US Waters?

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:15:00 +0000

Boaters in certain zones cannot get too close to U.S. Navy vessels, and there's a specific protocol to follow should they absolutely have to pass them.

These Are The Only Aircraft Carriers America Currently Has Deployed

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0000

The U.S. Navy needs to have at least 11 active aircraft carriers; while it currently meets that number, there are only a handful actually deployed.

Why Do Airplanes Measure Distance In Nautical Miles?

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Most people know that ships use nautical miles to measure distance, as it is in the name. You might be surprised, however, to learn that airplanes do too.

US Navy Ship Ends Final Mission Underwater After Japanese Torpedo Strike

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:45:00 +0000

Nearly 20 years after being decommissioned, the USS Juneau went out with a bang courtesy of a Japanese torpedo. But this was no act of aggression.

What We Know About Russia's New 13,800-Ton 'Murmansk' Nuclear Attack Sub

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Russia is preparing to add a formidable new submarine to its fleet. What could make this vessel one of its most significant in years?

North Korea Deploys First Navy Destroyer, Its Largest-Ever Warship

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:15:00 +0000

North Korea has made history by commissioning its first destroyer, the Choe Hyon, which is also the nation's largest ever warship at 5,000 tons.

Not Asphalt, Not Concrete: Here's What Aircraft Carrier Flight Decks Are Made Of

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0000

Aircraft carrier flight decks are designed to endure all sorts of punishment, be it from aircraft or the elements. But what are these decks made of exactly?