Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

NORFOLK, Va. (Mar. 9, 2026) Personnel Specialist Seaman Apprentice Linsy Sorim, a native of Commerce, Texas, salutes the national ensign during morning colors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is in port at Naval Station Norfolk preparing for its Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH), a once-in-a-lifetime modernization period that will extend the carrier’s operational life and enhance its ability to meet future fleet requirements. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Rees Davidson)



GROTON, Conn. (March 26, 2026) – The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Albany (SSN 753) undocks from the floating dry dock, Auxiliary Repair Dry Dock (RDM 4), on Wednesday, March 26, 2065 at Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn. Albany has undergone repairs, structural inspections, and replacements of mechanical and electrical systems. As America’s leader in attack submarine maintenance, repair, and modernization, PNSY delivers the decisive edge required to master an era of evolving threats. It stands at the forefront of America's commitment to peace through strength, delivering combat-ready submarines that are lethal, resilient, and prepared to win. (U.S. Navy photo by Neil Boorjian)





NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (March 25, 2026) - Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) departs Naval Station Mayport to begin operations in support of its scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Carlos M. Vazquez II)



Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Howard (DDG 83) is docked in Dry Dock 5 onboard Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) during its Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) maintenance availability, June 9, 2025. In January 2026, U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC) completed the maintenance availability early. (U.S. Navy photo by Randall Baucom)



FLEET ACTIVITIES YOKOSUKA, Japan (March 23, 2026) - U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) man the rails as the ship arrives in Yokosuka, Japan, March 23, 2026. Mustin's forward-deployment to Yokosuka is part of a scheduled rotation of forces in the Pacific and supports the United States' commitment to the defense of Japan, enhances regional deterrence and ensures the U.S. Navy maintains a combat credible force ready to operate in a contested environment. (U.S. Navy photo by James Kimber)



Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Nour Moaoui fires a .50-caliber machine gun during a gun shoot aboard America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Mar. 16, 2026. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul LeClair)

U.S. sailors run to man the rails during the commissioning ceremony of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124) in Norfolk, Virginia, April 11, 2026. The warship was named in honor of retired Col. Harvey C. Barnum Jr., a living Medal of Honor recipient recognized for extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ellen Guo)



MEDITERRANEAN SEA — (April 8, 2026) The visit, board, search and seizure team prepares to enter an air lock while conducting an exercise aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), April 8, 2026. Gonzalez is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to support the war fighting effectiveness, lethality and readiness of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and defend U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mark Peña)



MEDITERRANEAN SEA — (April 11, 2026) Sailors remove a torpedo from a Mark 32 surface vessel torpedo tube during routine maintenance aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), April 11, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mark Peña)



MEDITERRANEAN SEA — (April 11, 2026) Gunner’s Mate Seaman Recruit Gabriel Rozewicz fires high pressure air from the Mark 32 surface vessel torpedo tube during routine maintenance aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), April 11, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mark Peña)



F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornets, attached to the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137, attached to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), fly in formation with two Chilean Air Force F-16 Block 50 Fighting Falcons during a bi-lateral maritime engagement in the Pacific Ocean, April 13, 2026. Nimitz is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2026 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Lieutenant Griffin “Moth” Keegan)



U.S. Marines with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct routine training aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 12, 2026. The 31st MEU is deployed to support maritime security and stability in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)



A U.S. Navy Sailor guides a U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, aboard the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), April 12, 2026. The 31st MEU is deployed to support maritime security and stability in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Savannah Edwards, assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27), poses for a photograph following flight operations in the Pacific Ocean, April 10, 2026. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations demonstrating the United States’ long-term commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Luke Rodriguez)



U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Savannah Edwards, assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27), lands a CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, during flight operations in the Pacific Ocean, April 10, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Luke Rodriguez)



U.S. Sailors, assigned to the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group, tow an AH-1Z Viper helicopter on the flight deck of San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) in preparation of flight quarters while underway in the Caribbean Sea, March 20, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Navy photo)




U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) participates in a group sail during a multilateral exercise with the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Royal Australian Navy in the Sulu Sea, April 13, 2026. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Charles Oki)



MEDITERRANEAN SEA — (April 6, 2026) Sailors heave a line during a replenishment-at-sea aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), April 6, 2026. Gonzalez is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to support the war fighting effectiveness, lethality and readiness of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and defend U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mark Peña)



U.S. Marines with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, stage equipment on a landing craft, air cushion during a quick reaction force drill aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean, April 9, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nicole Stuart)

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U.S. Navy Logistics Specialist 1st class Dra Harris prepares to hoist the colors on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the waters outside Valparaiso, Chile, April 17, 2026. Nimitz is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2026 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Octavio Borrego)



Sailors salute the American flag while shifting colors on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) as the ship departs Valparaiso, Chile, April 19, 2026. Nimitz is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Raven Fraser)



Boatswain's Mate Seaman Makayla Norman and Seaman Petagaye Wilson stand watch as lookouts on the fantail of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Pacific Ocean, April 21, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alyssa J. Boling)



Chilean Navy Adelaide-class guided-missile frigate Capitan Prat (FF 11), Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), and Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) steam together during a bilateral maritime engagement in the Pacific Ocean, April 21, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jaron Wills)



Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) fires the MK 15 Phalanx Close-In Weapon System during a pre-action aim calibration fire exercise in the Pacific Ocean, March 26, 2026. Gridley is deployed with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group as part of Southern Seas 2026.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Meyer)



A U.S. Army UH-60L Blackhawk, attached to Joint Task Force Bravo, sits on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) in the Pacific Ocean, March 28, 2026. Gridley is deployed with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group as part of Southern Seas 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Meyer)



PACIFIC OCEAN (April 18, 2026) –An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), April 18, 2026. VFA 25, part of Carrier Air Wing 11 and the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operation conducting advanced training to bolster strike group readiness and capability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tyler Harstad)

PUGET SOUND, Wash. (Feb. 4, 2026) – U.S. Navy Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Cortland Edwards, left, and Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alexia Mezick conduct colors on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Feb. 4, 2026. As an integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific in addition to providing realistic and relevant training necessary to flawlessly execute our Navy’s timeless roles of sea control and power projection. U.S. 3rd Fleet works in close coordination with other numbered fleets to provide commanders with capable, ready forces to deploy forward and win in day-to-day competition, in crisis, and in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ikia Walker)



U.S. Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Elliot Luce, left, and U.S. Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Janely Estrada, both assigned to Patrol and Reconnaissance (VP) 26, conduct maintenance on a P-8A Poseidon on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 1, 2026. VP-26 is forward deployed to U.S. 7th Fleet. U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Bennett IV)



An F/A-18E Super Hornet lands on the flight deck aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), April 27, 2026. George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



U.S. Sailors maintain an MH-60R Sea Hawk aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), April 26, 2026. George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



NAVAL BASE GUAM (May 4, 2026) - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) transits Apra Harbor, Naval Base Guam, May 4, 2026. Assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 15, based at Polaris Point, Naval Base Guam, Asheville is one of five forward-deployed fast-attack submarines. Renowned for their unparalleled speed, endurance, stealth, and mobility, fast-attack submarines are the backbone of the Navy's submarine force. Regarded as apex predators of the sea, Guam's fast-attack submarines serve at the tip of the spear, helping to reaffirm the submarine force's forward-deployed presence in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. James Caliva)



Culinary Specialist Seaman Apprentice Priscila Estrada-Hernandez cuts a ceremonial birthday cake during a celebration held to honor the 51st birthday of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, May 3, 2026. Nimitz is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2026, which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alyssa J. Boling)



Rear Adm. Cassidy Norman, commander of Carrier Strike Group 11, delivers remarks during a celebration held to honor the 51st birthday of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, May 3, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tanner Orth)



Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Logan Purdy, a sailor assigned to the Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51), directs a MH-60R Seahawk of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 to take off from the flight deck during flight quarters in the Atlantic Ocean, February 11, 2026.(U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Wesley Velasquez)

U.S. Sailors receive supplies in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during a replenishment-at-sea with Clark-class Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE-7), April 18, 2026. Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) breaks away from Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7) following a replenishment-at-sea in the Indian Ocean, May 2, 2026. Mustin is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Dimal)



A Sailor signals the transfer of supplies aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201) in the Pacific Ocean, April 23, 2026. Gridley is deployed with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group as part of Southern Seas 2026 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Meyer)





An MH-60S Sea Hawk, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 6, conducts a vertical replenishment with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Pacific Ocean, April 23, 2026. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Meyer)



Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) transit the Strait of Magellan, April 26, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Meyer)



Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Christopher Santos, assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), transports ordnance the ship’s magazine, May 2, 2026. Boxer, flagship of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is underway with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dustin Drake)

U.S. Marines conduct pre-flight checks on an F-35B Lighting II, attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, on the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 5, 2026. Tripoli is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



A U.S. Sailor prepares an F-35B Lighting II, attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, to take off from the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 5, 2026. Tripoli is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



An F-35B Lighting II, attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, takes off from the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 5, 2026. Tripoli is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



A U.S. Sailor refuels an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, on the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 5, 2026. Tripoli is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



U.S. Sailors use hand signals to communicate during flight operations on the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 5, 2026. Tripoli is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



An MV-22 Osprey, attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265, conducts pre-flight checks on the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 5, 2026. Tripoli is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)



U.S. Sailors standby for permission to launch an MH-60S Sea Hawk, attached to the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, on the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 5, 2026. Tripoli is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)

Two EA-18 fighter jets crash in mid-air near Mountain Home, Idaho; Pilots safely ejected​