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4 Major Boat Brands Owned By MasterCraft

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:15:00 +0000

From luxury pontoons to powerful fishing boats, MasterCraft's portfolio is surprisingly diverse. Here are four other major brands it owns.

Britain Has A Submarine Problem – These $6B Floating Docks Could Solve It

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:15:00 +0000

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.

5 Of The Best Fighter Jets Flown By The US Navy

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:15:00 +0000

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.

The US' Last WWII Aircraft Carrier Has A Truly Incredible Story

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:15:00 +0000

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.

Every Major Class Of Aircraft Carrier The US Navy Sailed Over The Last 100 Years

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0000

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.

China's New Drone Mothership Could Change Undersea Warfare

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:15:00 +0000

Drones are an integral part of modern warfare. China is investing significantly in the technology and appears to be building an undersea drone mothership.

US Navy Deploys First Strike Group Equipped With A 'Large-Size' Drone Ship

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:45:00 +0000

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.

What Is A Wave Buoy Used For In The Ocean?

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0000

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.

Mission Accomplished: US Supercarrier Kennedy Completes First Aircraft Recovery

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:45:00 +0000

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.

What Will Happen To The US Marines' Retired AAV Fleet?

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:35:00 +0000

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.

Why The USS William D. Porter May Be The Unluckiest Ship To Ever Sail In WWII

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 08:30:00 +0000

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.

One Of WWII's Worst And Weirdest Weapons Was A Wheel Of Rolling Rockets

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:45:00 +0000

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.

What Does MMSI Stand For In Boating?

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Before setting out on open waters, make sure your boat has all of its required certifications and registrations. Only certain ones need an MMSI.

US Army Drone Could Explore Deadly Waters Where Boats And Divers Can't Go, Study Shows

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:45:00 +0000

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.

5 Ship Classes The US Navy No Longer Uses

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000

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.

Do Buoys Have Anchors? Here's How They Stay In Place

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0000

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.

Damaged Nuclear Sub Dashes US Navy Hopes For A 2026 Return To Service

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:15:00 +0000

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.

The UK Has Fired The World's Deadliest Torpedo From A Robotic Sub

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:15:00 +0000

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.

Missile Test Sinks US Navy Warship Off The Scottish Coast

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0000

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.

China's New Aircraft Carrier Could Be Even Bigger Than America's USS Ford

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0000

While nothing has been officially announced, China seems to be working on a massive aircraft carrier, significantly larger than America's biggest carrier.