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USS Dewey Departs Kushiro Following Port Visit
KUSHIRO, Japan — Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) departed Kushiro, Feb. 1, following a successful multi-day port visit that strengthened the enduring alliance between the United States and Japan.
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower experiences small fire while undergoing maintenance
The Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower sustained a small fire on Tuesday while it was sidelined for maintenance. The carrier is currently at Naval Support Activity Portsmouth, Virginia, after arriving at Norfolk Naval Shipyard on Jan. 8 to begin planned incremental availability following a nine-month deployment. “Eight sailors were treated by ship’s medical and ...[Read More]
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower returns to port after aircraft mishap
The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower returned home Monday after an aviation accident left eight sailors injured. The ship pulled into Norfolk, Virginia, a week after naval aviators landing an E/A-18G Growler were forced to eject when the plane’s arresting gear failed. The cause of the mishap is under investigation. Search-and-rescue personnel from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadr...[Read More]
USS Essex (LHD 2) Hosts Tiger Cruise on Return to San Diego
Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) hosted a historic Tiger Cruise for friends, family, and members of the community prior to returning to homeport, Aug. 14, 2026.
USS Farragut Arrives in Mobile, AL to Celebrate Tradition, Service, and Community
MOBILE, Ala (February 13, 2026) – The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) arrived in Mobile, Alabama for a scheduled port visit, in conjunction with the city’s 2026 Mardi Gras celebration, February 13. As the oldest organized Mardi Gras in the United States, Mobile provides a unique opportunity for Sailors aboard Farragut to engage with the local community and showca...[Read More]
USS Farragut Completes Task Force Exercise Ahead of Global Deployment
ATLANTIC OCEAN — The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), along with the “Swamp Foxes” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74, completed a rigorous Task Force Exercise (TFEX) Sept. 18.
USS Fitzgerald returns home after more than half a year abroad
The USS Fitzgerald, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, docked in San Diego Tuesday, after a seven-month deployment that saw it assist in the U.S. 3rd, 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operations. During its last deployment, the vessel transited the Strait of Hormuz six times, acted to protect freedom of navigation in the Arabian Gulf, took part in several multinational exercises and streng...[Read More]
USS Fitzgerald returns home after more than half a year abroad
The USS Fitzgerald, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, docked in San Diego Tuesday, after a seven-month deployment that saw it assist in the U.S. 3rd, 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operations. During its last deployment, the vessel transited the Strait of Hormuz six times, acted to protect freedom of navigation in the Arabian Gulf, took part in several multinational exercises and streng...[Read More]
USS Fitzgerald returns to San Diego following seven-month underway
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) returned to its homeport of Naval Base San Diego following a seven-month underway to the U.S. 3rd, 5th, and 7th Fleet areas of operation, Jan. 6, 2026.
USS Fitzgerald returns to San Diego following three months underway
SAN DIEGO (June 19, 2026) – Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) returned to its homeport of Naval Base San Diego following a three-month underway to the U.S. 3rd Fleet and 7th Fleet areas of operations, June 19.
USS Fort Lauderdale Completes Maiden Deployment with Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group
NORFOLK, Va. – The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) returned to its homeport of Norfolk, Virginia on July 16, following an 11-month deployment to the U.S. Fourth Fleet area of operations.
USS Frank Cable Recognized for Top Notch Safety
The Military Sealift Command (MSC) submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) was announced as a recipient of the fiscal year 2025 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Afloat Safety Award. The selectees for this award are recognized for significant contributions to Navy safety and occupational health.