Navy news update

Here are some recent news updates from the United States Navy:

Top Stories

  1. Navy's Newest Aircraft Carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, Completes First Deployment: The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) returned to its homeport in Norfolk, Virginia, after completing its maiden deployment. The carrier was commissioned in 2017 and is the lead ship of the Ford-class aircraft carriers.
  2. Navy Awards Contract for New Submarine: The Navy has awarded a contract to General Dynamics Electric Boat Corporation to build a new Virginia-class submarine, the USS Vermont (SSN 792). The submarine is expected to be delivered in 2024.
  3. Navy to Commission New Destroyer, USS Daniel Inouye: The USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118) is set to be commissioned on October 12, 2022, in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer is named after the late Senator Daniel Inouye, a Medal of Honor recipient.

Operations and Exercises

  1. Navy Participates in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2022: The Navy is participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2022, a biennial exercise with the Australian Defence Force. The exercise is taking place in Queensland, Australia, and involves a range of military activities, including amphibious landings and air operations.
  2. Navy Ships Deploy to Support Hurricane Relief Efforts: The Navy has deployed several ships to support hurricane relief efforts in the Caribbean and Gulf Coast. The ships are providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to affected areas.
  3. Navy Participates in Exercise Pacific Vanguard 2022: The Navy is participating in Exercise Pacific Vanguard 2022, a multinational exercise with navies from the United States, Japan, Australia, and Canada. The exercise is taking place in the Pacific Ocean and involves a range of military activities, including surface warfare and anti-submarine warfare.

Awards and Recognition

  1. Navy Sailor Receives Medal of Honor: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Corey Ingram was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during a firefight in Afghanistan in 2012. Ingram is the first Navy sailor to receive the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War.
  2. Navy Ship Receives Battle Efficiency Award: The USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) has been awarded the Battle Efficiency Award for its performance in 2021. The award recognizes the ship's exceptional performance in combat readiness, maintenance, and training.

Other News

  1. Navy to Implement New Uniform Policy: The Navy is implementing a new uniform policy that will allow sailors to wear more comfortable and practical uniforms. The new policy will take effect in 2023.
  2. Navy to Increase Use of Renewable Energy: The Navy is increasing its use of renewable energy sources, including solar and wind power, to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. The Navy aims to power 50% of its bases with renewable energy by 2025.

These are just a few of the latest news updates from the United States Navy. If you're interested in staying up-to-date on Navy news, I recommend following reputable sources such as Navy Times, Navy News, and the official Navy website.