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May 3, 2016

Navy officer fired over alleged affair, under investigation in death of woman's husband

U.S. officials say the Navy captain in charge of the naval station at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has been fired and is under investigation in connection with an alleged affair with a woman on the base and the recent death of her husband.

May 3, 2016

Navy Builds New Ship-to-Shore Connectors

The Navy has begun to build a new fleet of air-cushioned Landing Craft Air Cushions — ship-to-shore amphibious connector vehicles able to move sailors, Marines, equipment and gear across the ocean, service officials said. The Navy’s 72 LCACs, in service for decades since the 80s, can transport up to 60-tons, reach speed of 36-knots and travel ranges […]

May 3, 2016

Former Navy MP Pleads Guilty to Child Porn in Federal Court

A former Navy military police officer who was trying to get back into law enforcement pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to a child pornography charge.

May 3, 2016

Navy Expands Use of SM-6 Missile

The Navy is massively expanding its planned use of the Standard Missile-6, a new high-tech ship-launched surface-to-air missile that can destroy enemy missiles, aircraft and unmanned systems. In total, the Navy has authorized use of the SM-6 to expand from five ships to more than 35 ships. “This effort is steeped in fleet requirements, focusing […]

May 3, 2016

Navy Changes New LCS Name to Frigate

The Navy's new up-gunned Littoral Combat Ship, called the Small Surface Combatant, has been re-designated as a Frigate, or FF.,The Navy's new up-gunned Littoral Combat Ship called the Small Surface Combatant has been officially re-designated as a Frigate, Navy Secretary Ray Mabus said Jan. 15 at the Surface Navy Association annual symposium in Arlington, Va.

May 3, 2016

Navy Close to Creating New Body Composition Standards

The Navy is nearing completion on new Body Composition Assessment standards identifying requirements for sailors.,The Navy is nearing completion on new Body Composition Assessment standards identifying height, weight and physical fitness requirements for sailors, senior service leaders said Jan. 14 at the Surface Navy Association symposium, Arlington, Virginia.

May 3, 2016

Navy Unveils New Surface Warfare Strategy

The Navy plans to distribute more weapons and offensive firepower throughout the surface fleet in a new strategic approach.,The Navy plans to distribute more weapons and offensive firepower throughout the surface fleet as part of a new strategic approach designed to address a fast-changing global threat environment, senior service leaders said Jan. 13 at the Surface Navy Association National Symposium in Arlington, Va.

May 3, 2016

Navy to Buy Ospreys for Carrier Deliveries

In a major boost for military tilt-rotor aircraft, the Navy has a preliminary agreement to buy MV-22 Ospreys to replace the aging C-2A Greyhound fixed-wing turboprops for the delivery of supplies and personnel to carriers. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus was expected to outline the Osprey deal in remarks Thursday to the Surface Navy Association National […]

May 3, 2016

Hagel on farewell tour as defense secretary to thank troops, visit bases

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is opening a farewell tour to thank troops for their service as he prepares to turn over his duties to his designated successor, Ashton Carter.

May 3, 2016

Hagel Makes His Pitch for Bomber to Replace B-2

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel argued for funding of a new long-range bomber to replace the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber.