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U.S. aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower completes sea trials after 15-month maintenance period

U.S. aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower completes sea trials after 15-month maintenance period

The U.S. Navy said the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) completed sea trials on April 24 after departing Norfolk Naval Shipyard following a 15-month Planned Incremental Availability period.

April 26, 2026
U.S. Navy commissions Virginia-class submarine USS Idaho at Groton base, adding new undersea warfare capability

U.S. Navy commissions Virginia-class submarine USS Idaho at Groton base, adding new undersea warfare capability

The U.S. Navy commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Idaho (SSN 799) during a ceremony on April 25 at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut.

April 26, 2026
U.S. Navy declares initial operational capability for upgraded P-8A Poseidon Increment 3 Block 2 aircraft

U.S. Navy declares initial operational capability for upgraded P-8A Poseidon Increment 3 Block 2 aircraft

The U.S. Navy has declared Initial Operational Capability for the P-8A Poseidon Increment 3 Block 2 system following the first phase of operational testing.

April 25, 2026
Lockheed Martin advances AI-enabled Aegis system to counter drone threats with faster real-time radar adaptation

Lockheed Martin advances AI-enabled Aegis system to counter drone threats with faster real-time radar adaptation

Lockheed Martin said it is advancing artificial intelligence capabilities within the Aegis Combat System to improve detection of emerging threats.

April 24, 2026
U.S. Navy seeks $377.5B FY2027 budget to expand fleet, boost readiness and advance Golden Fleet initiative

U.S. Navy seeks $377.5B FY2027 budget to expand fleet, boost readiness and advance Golden Fleet initiative

The U.S. Navy has unveiled its Fiscal Year 2027 budget request, seeking $377.5 billion to expand capabilities and restore maritime dominance.

April 22, 2026
Shield AI selected by U.S. Navy to compete for up to $800 million ISR services contract using V-BAT drone system

Shield AI selected by U.S. Navy to compete for up to $800 million ISR services contract using V-BAT drone system

Shield AI has been selected by the U.S. Navy to compete for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance services under a contract framework valued at up to $800 million.

April 22, 2026
USS Zumwalt upgrade marks shift to hypersonic weapons as U.S. Navy reshapes surface fleet and strike capabilities

USS Zumwalt upgrade marks shift to hypersonic weapons as U.S. Navy reshapes surface fleet and strike capabilities

The U.S. Navy is advancing its hypersonic strike capability through the modernization of the USS Zumwalt destroyer, which is set to become the first U.S. surface ship capable of deploying such weapons.

April 21, 2026
U.S. Navy plans first next-generation battleship purchase in FY2028 with projected $17 billion cost

U.S. Navy plans first next-generation battleship purchase in FY2028 with projected $17 billion cost

The U.S. Navy plans to procure the first Trump-class battleship in fiscal year 2028, according to budget documents reviewed by USNI News.

April 21, 2026
Lockheed Martin wins U.S. Navy contract to integrate PAC-3 MSE missile into Aegis Combat System for first time

Lockheed Martin wins U.S. Navy contract to integrate PAC-3 MSE missile into Aegis Combat System for first time

Lockheed Martin has been awarded a U.S. government contract to develop, integrate and test the PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptor within the Aegis Combat System.

April 21, 2026
U.S. Navy completes first fully organic F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III upgrade, advancing fleet readiness and modernization

U.S. Navy completes first fully organic F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III upgrade, advancing fleet readiness and modernization

The U.S. Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center Southwest has completed its first fully in-house Block III modification of an F/A-18 Super Hornet.

April 21, 2026
Lockheed Martin completes DREXR upgrade flight tests, enhancing E-2D Advanced Hawkeye radar and mission capability

Lockheed Martin completes DREXR upgrade flight tests, enhancing E-2D Advanced Hawkeye radar and mission capability

Lockheed Martin, in collaboration with Northrop Grumman, has completed flight testing of the Digital Receiver Exciter Recorder upgrade for the U.S. Navy’s E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft.

April 21, 2026
AeroVironment demonstrates LOCUST laser weapon system aboard USS George H.W. Bush in joint live-fire test

AeroVironment demonstrates LOCUST laser weapon system aboard USS George H.W. Bush in joint live-fire test

AeroVironment has successfully demonstrated its LOCUST laser weapon system aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush during a live-fire test conducted in October 2025.

April 21, 2026
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