Navy Acquisition: Industry Day Focuses on New Rapid Capabilities Office
The U.S. Navy is hosting an industry day on December 9-10 in Washington, D.
Navy Advances Plans for Tailored Carrier Strike Groups
The Navy is advancing plans to reshape its traditional carrier strike group model, according to Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle.
Navy Announces New Frigate Class Based on HII's Legend-Class Design
The US Navy has announced plans to pursue a new frigate class based on HII's Legend-class national security cutter. The goal is to have the new ship in the water by 2028.
Navy Blames Crew, Training for F-18 Losses, Truman CSG Mishaps
Navy investigation reports on the Harry S. Truman carrier strike group's recent deployment reveal systemic training deficiencies and command failures contributed to multiple serious incidents, including friendly fire near-misses, collisions with commercial vessels, and two F/A-18 losses during Red Sea operations against Houthi forces.
Navy Chief Calls for Defense Spending to Hit 'New Normal' of 4% GDP
The US Navy needs to increase its budget to meet current readiness demands and expand its fleet of warships, according to Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle.
Navy Kills Last Four Constellation-Class Frigates in 'Strategic Shift'
The U.S. Navy has terminated the final four ships in the Constellation-class frigate program, marking a significant strategic shift in naval shipbuilding priorities.
Navy Paves Way for New Battleship Program
The US Navy has announced plans to develop a new battleship program as part of its 'Golden Fleet' initiative. The program, which is expected to be completed by 2026, will feature Conventional Prompt Strike missiles and gun systems, and will have a large number of vertical launch systems.
Navy Seeks New Frigate Design for 2028 Launch
The US Navy aims to have new frigates based on an American design in the water by 2028, according to Jason Potter, the Navy's acting acquisition executive. The service plans to use a design approach that separates finalizing the ship's design from construction.
Navy to Deploy Drone Boats This Year, Official Says
The US Navy is set to deploy two medium-sized drone boats this year, according to Capt. Garrett Miller.
Navy To Equip Battleships With Laser Weapons
The US Navy plans to equip its new Trump-class battleships with hypersonic weapons, electronic rail guns, and high-powered laser-based weaponry. Chief of Naval Operations Adm.
Navy to Experiment with Tailored Force Pairing
The Navy will start experimenting with new pairings of unmanned vessels and carrier strike groups this year, according to Vice Adm. Brendan McLane.
Navy to See Increased Investment in Fleet Cybersecurity
The US Navy plans to increase funding for fleet cybersecurity as part of its FY27 budget request, according to Anne Marie Schumann, the department's principal cyber adviser. This move comes amid efforts to modernize the fleet through shipbuilding and acquisition reform initiatives, such as Golden Fleet.
Navy Weighs Robotic Autonomous Systems Commander Amid Unmanned Push
The Navy is exploring the possibility of establishing a robotic autonomous systems (RAS) commander to oversee unmanned capabilities. According to Chief of Naval Operations Adm.
Navy, Palantir Unveil ShipOS in Bid to Boost Nuclear Sub Production
The Navy and Palantir have announced an initial $448 million contract for the ShipOS program, which aims to boost nuclear submarine production by deploying AI-powered tools throughout shipyards and suppliers. The program will focus on reducing schedule planning time from 160 manual hours to under 10 minutes.
Navy's F/A-XX Fighter Decision Urged: 'Quickly' Needed
Navy Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle is pressing for an expedited decision on the F/A-XX next-generation fighter program, citing the extended timeline required for development, testing, and fielding.
Navy's F/A-XX: Upgrade Carrier Air Wings or Lose to China in the Pacific
The U.S. Navy faces a critical capability gap as aging aircraft carrier strike fighters near retirement without an approved successor.
Navy’s New Hedge Strategy Calls for Tailored Unmanned Forces
The US Navy is exploring a new 'hedge strategy' to supplement carrier strike groups with smaller, specialized forces. Chief of Naval Operations Adm.
NBAA Leadership Conference 2026 Offers Practical Playbooks for Modern Teams
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will host its annual Leadership Conference from Feb. 2-4, 2026, at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort in San Antonio, Texas. The event will feature six acclaimed keynote speakers who will offer their insights on how to strike a balance between work and life.
NBAA Supports 2026 Special Olympics Airlift
The National Business Aviation Association has signed on to support the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, organized by Textron Aviation Inc. The event will mobilize hundreds of volunteer pilots and aircraft to create the world's largest peacetime airlift, providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Special Olympics athletes.
NDAA Compromise: F/A-XX Funding Secured, Defense Budget Boosted
Congress has released the compromise National Defense Authorization Act with an $8 billion increase above the Pentagon's budget request. The legislation includes full funding for the Navy's F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter program, $26 billion for shipbuilding, and $38 billion for aircraft procurement.