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US Navy’s submarine fleet is too small. Here’s how selling some may help.
The U.S. Navy’s fleet includes 49 attack submarines, despite a formal requirement for 66. It’s also facing crewing and maintenance problems.
‘Bring it’: Adm. Aquilino open to greater directed-energy trials
The Pentagon for the past three years has spent an average $1 billion on the development of directed-energy weapons, according to a watchdog.
While awaiting confirmation, acting CNO urges fleet to stay the course
While still technically the vice chief of naval operations, Adm. Lisa Franchetti assumed the duties of acting chief of naval operations on Aug. 14.
How Adm. Paparo will lead the US military in the Indo-Pacific
While the Pentagon suggested Paparo as the Navy's next chief of operations, tapping him for combatant command will keep his skill sets in the West Pacific.
How Franchetti’s experience made her Biden’s pick to lead the Navy
President Joe Biden has nominated Adm. Lisa Franchetti to serve as the next chief of naval operations.
Opinion
Pacific Fleet goes to Washington: How Adm. Paparo will refine the Navy
The nomination of Adm. Paparo is fortuitous in setting the stage for the return of an aggressive maritime strategy in response to China and Russia.
By Steve Wills
Defense secretary taps Pacific Fleet’s Paparo to be top Navy officer
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin sent Paparo's name to the White House last week, officials confirmed.
Toxic foam spill at Hawaii’s Red Hill facility due to contractor error
About 1,300 gallons of toxic fire suppressant leaked at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage site near Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, on Nov. 29, 2022.
By Kent Miller