The Fascinating History Of The US Navy's Real-Life TOPGUN School
Tom Cruise doesn't have anything to do with it, but the Navy flight school featured in the "Top Gun" movies really exists. Here are the facts behind the films.
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Who Names US Navy Ships?
The U.S. Navy has used standard naming conventions for its ships and sumbarines since it was established in 1775, but who chooses the names for Navy vessels?
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Blue Angels: 10 Facts About The Navy's Flying Team
The Blue Angels flying team includes some of the most accomplished and skilled pilots in the U.S. Navy. Here are some facts you may not know about it.
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Everything Wrong With The Navy's Cruiser Modernization Program
America's military services are not exactly known for frugal procurement, but the problems ballooned when the Navy set out to modernize its destroyers.
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5 U.S. Navy Ships Named After American Presidents
The United States Navy has a tradition of naming many of its popular ships after U.S. presidents. Here are five that stand out in history.
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Which Country Has The Most War Ships In Their Navy?
The country that actually has the most war ships in a navy isn't who you might think it is, and that country is continuing to add more vessels.
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Do Navy Ships Have Wi-Fi On Board? Security Concerns, Explained
In today's technology-soaked world, it seems unfathomable that sailors aboard advance Navy ships might not have access to Wi-Fi. So what's the story?
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The German Navy Is Testing A New Unmanned Underwater Drone
Drone warfare has been a predominant feature on recent battlefields, and Germany is now extending it to the seas with its unmanned submarine.
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Here's What Makes The US Navy's New Doomsday Plane So Special
The United States Navy's latest Doomsday Plane is based on an iconic military airplane, but its features and platform might actually surprise you.
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5 Of The Fastest Navy Ships Ranked By Top Speed
Speed can be crucial in fighting at sea, and some vessels stand out as particularly quick. What they lack in armor and firepower, they make up in velocity.
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3 Of The Deadliest Attack Submarines In The US Navy
From World War II to the covert submarines of today, the U.S. Navy's sub fleet has been capable of dealing death quickly to America's enemies.
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Where Are US Navy Nuclear Submarines Built And Who Builds Them?
These are the few locations where you'll find contractors building the U.S. Navy's nuclear submarines.
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The U.S. Navy's Aircraft Carrier Shortage Isn't What You'd Think
Even though the United States has the most aircraft carriers in the world, people are constantly talking of a shortage. Here's the truth behind it.
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Why The US Navy Retired The F-14 Tomcat Fighter Jet
You probably know about the F-14 Tomcat from its appearances in the Top Gun franchise, but the fighter jet has been retired for almost 20 years. Here's why.
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The 5 Worst Non-Combat Accidents To Befall US Navy Ships
Although United States ships have seen disaster in combat, there are a few non-combat incidents that have been just as catastrophic as well.
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US Navy Submarines: What Does 'SLBM' Stand For?
SLBMS have been a cornerstone of America's strategic deterrence since the 1960s, and here's how they work.
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Why Did The Navy Sink Aircraft Carrier CV/CVA-34 (USS Oriskany) & Where Is It Now?
Some time ago, the U.S. Navy sank one of its aircraft carriers for a reason that may not be immediately obvious. Here's where and why they did it.
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What Are The Different Types Of Aircraft Carriers? (And Which Ones Does The US Navy Have?)
While aircraft carriers may seem purpose built for one mission - launching aircraft while at sea - there are actually a variety of designs and classifications.
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Which U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Had The Shortest Service Life And What Happened To It?
The seventh aircraft carrier to enter service was the USS Hornet, commissioned a mere 48 days before Pearl Harbor.
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The US Navy's Submarine Fleet Is Bigger Than You Think
America's submarines are silent, deadly, and spend most of their time hidden beneath the waves. Here's how many there actually are.
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Unexpected Jobs That Exist On A US Navy Aircraft Carrier
Aircraft carriers have their fair share of pilots and sailors, but these vessels have a few other jobs on board that help keep these floating cities operating.
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Do US Navy Aircraft Carriers Really Have Starbucks On Board?
The internet has been fostering the rumor for years that U.S. warships have a Starbucks on board and it's not entirely inaccurate. Here's what we know.
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The Evolution Of Naval Warfare: The Submarine's Lasting Impact
Submarines have captivated imaginations and dominated nightmares for much of the 20th century, but undersea vessels have a much longer history than that.
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Why The New F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet Is The Navy's Next-Level Fighter
F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet is based on a fourth generation fighter jet, but its advancements have ensured its continued use with the Navy for years.
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The Tragic Reason The US Navy Stopped Making Flying Aircraft Carrier Airships
In the 1930s, the United States Navy launched two flying aircraft carrier airships but unfortunately, it ended in tragedy. Here's what happened.
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Every Active Aircraft Carrier In The US Navy As Of 2024
Aircraft carriers are essential to the working order and success of naval forces, with 11 ships still in operation in the United States.
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10 Sunken US Navy Aircraft Carriers (And Their Current Location)
These 10 U.S. Navy aircraft carriers are proof that no ship is unsinkable, no matter how big. Here's where they're currently resting.
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