Navy

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Aircraft carriers, submarines, and the world's most powerful fleet

The U.S. Navy is the largest and most capable naval force on Earth, built around nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, guided-missile destroyers, and a silent fleet of attack and ballistic-missile submarines. This collection explores how the Navy controls the seas and launches air power from anywhere in the world.

Explore videos on Nimitz- and Ford-class carriers, Arleigh Burke destroyers, Virginia-class submarines, carrier flight operations, and the sailors and technology that keep a floating city running at sea. Each video breaks down the ships, weapons, and missions that define modern naval warfare.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many aircraft carriers does the U.S. Navy have?

The U.S. Navy operates 11 nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, more than any other nation. The newest is the Gerald R. Ford class, which introduces electromagnetic catapults and a redesigned flight deck for higher sortie rates.

What is the difference between an attack and a ballistic-missile submarine?

Attack submarines (SSNs) like the Virginia class hunt other ships and submarines and launch cruise missiles, while ballistic-missile submarines (SSBNs) like the Ohio class carry nuclear deterrent missiles and are designed to stay hidden for months.

What topics do the Navy videos cover?

The collection covers aircraft carriers, submarines, destroyers, carrier air wings, naval weapons, and life at sea — with documentary footage and analysis from the US Military Power channel.