The Navy is “cautiously optimistic” that it will achieve its recruiting goals for the year despite the coronavirus pandemic that has caused most activities to grind to a halt. Navy Times reports that although there was a three-week pause this spring in recruiting because of the pandemic, the service still expects to reach its goal…
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The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) has been undergoing a second round of carrier qualifications (CQs) for Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) pilots as it gets closer to joining the fleet. The Ford held its fourth independent streaming event (ISE) since commencing an 18-month post-delivery test and trials phase of operations back in November, the Navy…
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There will be no public Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Instead, officials will hold a private wreath-laying ceremony with limited guests invited by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. The decision was made out of concern for the health and safety of attendees. Ordinarily,…
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The Department of Veterans Affairs has tested 95,680 Veterans for COVID-19 as of late April, and 6,372 have tested positive, according to a new report from the VA. Of that figure, 2,477 patients were submitted to VA facilities for COVID-19 care, and 1,352 have been discharged home. The VA serves 9.21 million total patients. The…
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The total confirmed cases of coronavirus among Navy sailors has passed the 2,000 mark, and the sea service currently makes up 42 percent of all U.S. military cases, according to a report. Military Times reports that after an additional 208 cases across the Department of Defense were confirmed over the weekend, the total number of…
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Acting Navy Secretary James McPherson has decided to launch a full investigation into the incidents surrounding the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) that led to the firing of its commanding officer. Navy Chief of Operations Adm. Michael Gilday reportedly had initially recommended the immediate reinstatement of Capt. Brett Crozier, but McPherson has opted to delay that…
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As the coronavirus pandemic continues to grip New York City and the rest of the country, health care personnel and other essential workers on the front lines in the world’s hardest-hit city received a salute from the skies on Tuesday courtesy of the United States Navy (with an assist from the Air Force). The Blue…
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The commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) who was fired for breaking the chain of command when coronavirus infected his ship could be restored to command of the carrier, but Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley wants a “full-blown investigation” first, according to a report. Politico reports…
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An Department of Defense internal study suggests cutting two aircraft carriers from the fleet — one of several significant changes that would change the U.S. Navy’s force structure were it adopted, according to a report. Defense News reported that in addition to calling for a fleet of nine carriers instead of 11, the plan would…
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