Congratulations to sailors from the Dwight D. Eisenhower carrier strike group for receiving Combat Action Ribbons (CARs) for their bravery and action while deployed in the Middle East, where they shot down Iran-backed Houthi drones and missiles on a near-daily basis. The Combat
Last month, two F/A-18 Super Hornets assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11 launched from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier
@TheRealCVN71
while conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.
#CVN71
On
#PresidentsDay
we’re honoring the nine former presidents who are namesakes of U.S. Navy aircraft carriers. Their legacies will continue to contribute to our great nation through the work of carriers and crew. Swipe to see a few in their glory ➡️
Check out this beautiful shot of
@TheCVN69
in Souda Bay, Greece. 🌊 The IKE Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa.
Let’s get in formation. 🌊 The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group completes a group sail as part of the routine training cycle in the Atlantic.
#CVN77
All eyes are on
@CVN_72
this week! Yesterday was President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, and today is the ship’s 35th christening anniversary. Celebrate her and the former president all week long! 🎉
#CVN72
Last month, an F/A-18 Super Hornet launched from
@TheRealCVN71
's flight deck. The 7th Fleet routinely operates and interacts with 35 maritime nations while conducting missions to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific Region.
#CVN71
U.S. Navy
#AircraftCarrierMonth
has arrived! Today kicks off a month-long celebration to honor the impact
@USNavy
aircraft carriers have made on our great nation. 🇺🇸
#CVNs
Today, we remember President John F. Kennedy on the anniversary of his birthday. We are honored to help keep his legacy alive through a carrier that bears his name and will dedicate herself to protecting the country. 🇺🇸
In 1975, a new class of aircraft carrier entered the fleet, the Nimitz-class. Today we’re celebrating the 45th anniversary of the commissioning of
@NimitzNews
. 🎉⚓️
#CVN68
To assess the ability to withstand enemy attacks, each new carrier undergoes “Shock Trials” in which a wide range of bombs are detonated near the ship, like
@TheRealCVN71
seen here.
@Warship_78
will begin these trials in 2021 as one of the final trials before deployment.
#CVN78
Only one week until the christening of John F. Kennedy (CVN 79)! Be sure to stay on the lookout for our link to the live streaming of the christening next Saturday.
#CVN79
Major milestone! 62 years ago today the former Enterprise (CVN 65) aka “Big E,” was commissioned and became the first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, prompting decades of exceptional naval defense and unwavering support for our country.
#aircraftcarriermonth
This model of John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) from
#snanational23
last month serves as a key reminder of the strength, grit and grace of the Ford class. She will be a pivotal addition on the roster.
#CVN79
Thousands of men and women have served aboard these magnificent ships over the past 100 years. Respond below and thank a service member to celebrate their contribution to the carrier legacy.
#AircraftCarrierCentennial
Touch down on the flight deck.❗An F/A-18E Super Hornet prepares to make an arrested landing on
@CVN_72
after a long-range air demonstration in the Yellow Sea.
#CVN72
#DidYouKnow
celestial navigation is still used by sailors today? A skilled quartermaster can get a fix within one nautical mile - a source of great pride within the community.
In March,
@GHWBCVN77
welcomed special guests. “This deployment of the USS George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group illustrates the persistent presence that the U.S. Navy brings as part of America's contributions to the collective defense of Europe,” U.S. Army Gen. Chris Cavoli said.
This
#AircraftCarrierMonth
we’re highlighting carriers that are currently serving in our nation’s fleet, and those under construction! Our first feature is
@nimitznews
. With unmatched capability and a legacy of excellence, she has been paving the way since 1975 ⚓️
#CVN68
A historic first! 🎉 This past June,
@Warship_78
and
@USSHARRYSTRUMAN
sailed next to each other, marking the first time a Ford class and a Nimitz class aircraft carrier operated underway together.
#CVN78
#CVN75
Yesterday marked 14 years since
@GHWBCVN77
was commissioned at Norfolk Naval Station in the presence of the ship's namesake. We thank
#CVN77
for her continued dedication to protecting our country. 🇺🇸
On the anniversary of Admiral Chester W. Nimitz’s birth, we’re honoring
@NimitzNews
and her dedication to protecting our country as the pioneer ship in her class.
#CVN68
The Ford Class is growing! 🎉 As of September, future carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) was officially 84% complete. She will be at Newport News Shipbuilding to finish construction before she's delivered to the Navy in 2024.
When duty calls,
@GHWBCVN77
answers. She was stationed in Greece early last February before sailing toward Turkey to help in the massive earthquake recovery effort. Aircraft carriers never fail to serve and protect our country and its allies when needed most.
#CVN77
To celebrate
#WomensHistoryMonth
, we’re recognizing Lt. Lynn Spruill, the first female in the Navy to qualify to land on an aircraft carrier in 1979. Be sure to read more about
@lynn_spruill
’s story here:
On the 98th anniversary of George H.W. Bush’s birthday, we recognize and honor the pivotal role USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) will play in developing the new Ford class and defending our nation.
Today is the anniversary of the commissioning of USS Enterprise (CVN 65), the first nuclear powered aircraft carrier. The ship paved the way for our nation’s current aircraft carriers and for future Enterprise (CVN 80)
#CVN65
#CVN80
#NavyHistory
A few weeks ago, U.S. naval forces participated in the largest-ever bilateral exercise between the United States and Israel, culminating in a visit by senior military leaders to
@GHWBCVN77
. Check out this shot of
#CVN77
in the Mediterranean. 📷
Today is the 244th birthday of the
@USNavy
. Thank you to all Navy service members who have served to defend our nation over the past 244 years.
#Navy
#NavyBirthday
John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) is out of the dry dock and into the James River. Thank you to all of the men and women who worked to build this incredible new ship!
#CVN79
#WeBuildKennedy
@HIIndustries
The spotlight is on
@USSVinson
this week! 41 years ago on this day, she was commissioned at Newport News, Virginia, she was also christened on March 15, 1980. May her strength and dedication to our nation continue to shine.
As we close out 2022, the centennial year of U.S. Navy aircraft carriers, we acknowledge the carriers that deployed this year & share our appreciation for their service to our country. May their presence around the world continue to be a source of peace.
#CarrierCentennial
Home at last! After a 9-month deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations, the
@USSHARRYSTRUMAN
CSG returned home to Naval Station Norfolk.
#CVN75
Today, on the 290th anniversary of his birth, we honor the life and legacy of George Washington, the nation’s first president and the namesake of
@GW_CVN73
.
#CVN73
Yesterday was the 2nd christening anniversary of John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) which took place at Newport News Shipbuilding alongside Caroline Kennedy, daughter of the ship's namesake and sponsor of the carrier. We look forward to the future of
#CVN79
and all Ford Class carriers! 🎊
Can you believe the USS Theodore Roosevelt was commissioned 32 years ago today? Thank you to all of the men and women who have served on the ship over the past 32 years
#AircraftCarrier
#Navy
In addition to
@Warship_78
, John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) & the future Enterprise (CVN 80) & Doris Miller (CVN 81) were also procured as Ford class carriers. When complete, each carrier will support a more agile, lethal & versatile Naval fleet.
#FordClassFriday
Big win for
@GHWBCVN77
! She recently earned the Battle Effectiveness “E” Award in “recognition of the grit and determination of the crew.” May she and her crew continue to shine on her current deployment.
#CVN77
Tomorrow is a day of celebration, not just for the Fourth of July, but also for the 29th commissioning anniversary of
@GW_CVN73
! Join us in congratulating
#CVN73
for nearly three decades of service!
Today is the 243rd Birthday of the
@USNavy
! Here’s to all the men and women who have served over the past 243 years and to the many more birthdays to come for the
@USNavy
! ⚓🇺🇸
Last month, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) ended the longest patrol of a Japan-based carrier in over twenty years. She docked in her homeport of Yokosuka, Japan, after 159 days at sea!
#CVN76
🇺🇸 🇯🇵
Another
#AircraftCarrierMonth
post! Today we’re celebrating
@CVN_72
. She was first commissioned on November 11, 1989, and is the fifth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier in the
@USNavy
.
Celebrating
@GHWBCVN77
christening anniversary! On this day in 2006, George H.W. Bush was the first president to attend the christening ceremony of their namesake ship. “She is unrelenting, she is unshakable, she is unyielding, she is unstoppable,” he said.
#CVN77
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 As
#AircraftCarrierMonth
winds down, we would like to express our gratitude to the men and women who have served and are continuing to serve aboard each of our carriers. Thank you for your service.❤️
Ford class strength in the Mediterranean 💪 Last month,
@Warship_78
was operating in the Med Sea demonstrating commitment to interoperability and maritime stability.
#CVN78
We’re celebrating 50 years of women flying in the U.S. Navy! The spotlight was on 7 U.S. Navy pilots who made Super Bowl history by conducting the first ever all female pregame flyover, commemorating the women that paved the way for them.
#WomensHistoryMonth
Join us in celebrating the commissioning anniversary of
@GW_CVN73
and the Fourth of July! Today we honor those who have served to protect our great nation’s independence! 🇺🇸
The Ford Class continues to strengthen and grow! Future U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), is on track to enter combat system testing this quarter. She is scheduled to be delivered to the Navy in 2024.