Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

The world's largest aircraft carrier, Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), operates in the western Atlantic Ocean, Nov. 13, 2025. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president's priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (.U.S.Navy Photo)



A U.S. Sailor scans the flight deck of the world's largest aircraft carrier, Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), while landing in an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 9, as the ship operates in the western Atlantic Ocean, Nov. 13, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo)



An E-2D Hawkeye, attached to Airborne Command and Control Squadron 124, taxis on the flight deck of the world's largest aircraft carrier, Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), while operating in the western Atlantic Ocean, Nov. 13, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo)



U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 28, 2025) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG 123) and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) steam alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a Nimitz Carrier Strike Group integration exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo)



North Pacific Ocean (Nov. 13, 2025) - U.S. Navy Sailors secure a U.S. Navy MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51, to the flight deck of U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) during flight operations in the North Pacific Ocean, Nov. 13. Rafael Peralta is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet's principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryre Arciaga)



NORFOLK, Va. (Nov. 25, 2025) – The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) departs Naval Station Norfolk for a scheduled deployment. After months of training, maintenance, and certification, McFaul’s crew stands ready to support Fleet operations abroad. Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle-Atlantic (CNSG-ML) is proud to stand behind the team as they carry out missions vital to maritime security and national defense. (U.S. Navy photo by Gas Turbine System Technician (Electrical) 1st Class Geneve Saria)



Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) transits Apra Harbor, August 30, 2025. Assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 15, based at Polaris Point, Naval Base Guam, Annapolis is one of five forward-deployed fast-attack submarines. Renowned for their unparalleled speed, endurance, stealth, and mobility, fast-attack submarines are the backbone of the Navy’s submarine force. Regarded as apex predators of the sea, Guam’s fast-attack submarines serve at the tip of the spear, helping to reaffirm the submarine force's forward-deployed presence in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. James Caliva)

The world's largest aircraft carrier, Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) arrives in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Dec. 1, 2025. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president's priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Navy photo/Photo by

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Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Aircraft Handling) 2nd Class Arnitt Jones signals an F-35B Lighting II, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242, during flight operations on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Nov. 29, 2025. Tripoli is currently underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Paul LeClair)



NAVAL BASE GUAM (Oct. 8, 2025) - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) transits Apra Harbor, Naval Base Guam, Oct. 8, 2025. Greeneville, homeported in San Diego, and assigned to Submarine Squadron 11, is conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Bryan Mai)



Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Aircraft Handling) 1st Class Eliser Paclob signals an F-35B Lighting II, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242, during flight operations on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Dec. 2, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Paul LeClair)



U.S. Marines, assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), maintain an MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) while underway in the Caribbean Sea, Nov. 22, 2025. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Navy photo/ Photo by

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A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, lands on the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during PHIBRON-MEU Integration Training in the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 2, 2025. PMINT is a sea-based training exercise that fully integrates the 11th MEU with Amphibious Squadron 1 to form a cohesive Amphibious Ready Group – Marine Expeditionary Unit team in preparation for future expeditionary operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Oliver Nisbet)



A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts deck landing qualifications on Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during PHIBRON-MEU Integration Training in the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 2, 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nicole Stuart)

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NAVAL BASE GUAM (April 28, 2025) Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Indra Beaufort, assigned to Navy Public Affairs Support Element East, from Hollywood, Florida, left, and Cryptologic Technician (Technical) Seaman Apprentice Sariya Doss, from Fayetteville, North Carolina, assigned to the Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001), conduct morning colors while the ship is in port at Naval Base Guam, April 28, 2025. USS Michael Monsoor is forward deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Fire Controlman 3rd Class Carlos Carrera)


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The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Murasame-class destroyer JS Ariake (DD-109) sail together for bilateral operations in the Philippine Sea, April 27, 2025. The Curtis Wilbur, assigned to the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy’s unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Mark Bergado)


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Members of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 11 participate in a small-arms gun shoot aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Philippine Sea, April 27, 2025. The Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Franklyn M. Guage)


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INDIAN OCEAN (April 26, 2025) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Shelby White from Katy, Texas, stands amidships of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) as an MH-60R assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 det. 4 the “High Rollers” picks up pallets from the flight deck of the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE 14) during a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) while underway in the Indian Ocean, April 26. Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific/Task Force 73 logistically resupplies deployed units in the Indo-Pacific along with regional allies and partners. The Ralph Johnson is forward deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hannah Fry)

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A Sailor directs aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Philippine Sea, April 23, 2025. The Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Emma Burgess)


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An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Philippine Sea, April 23, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Emma Burgess)


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An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Philippine Sea, April 23, 2025. The Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Hannah Kantner)

NAVAL STATION NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 12, 2025) – The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98), assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) Two, returns to Naval Station Norfolk following a seven-month deployment, Dec. 12, 2025. Forrest Sherman departed Norfolk as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (CSG 12) for a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operations. The deployment underscored the U.S. Navy's commitment to maritime security and stability in the regions. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Keith Fleming)



NAVAL STATION NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 12, 2025) – A Sailor assigned the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98), assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) Two, greets her family members following the ship's return to Naval Station Norfolk after completing a seven-month deployment, Dec. 12, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Keith Fleming)



U.S. Navy Sailors stow a rigid-hull inflatable boat on the boat deck of U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) in the Philippine Sea, Dec. 2, 2025. Within the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations, Commander, Task Force (CTF) 76 is responsible for conducting expeditionary warfare operations with Navy and Marine Corps capabilities to support theater contingencies that range from crisis response to full combat operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryre Arciaga)



U.S. Navy Sailors operate a rigid-hull inflatable boat deployed from Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) in the Philippine Sea, Dec. 2, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryre Arciaga)



U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), and Sailors assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), conduct nighttime flight operations, Dec. 2, 2025. Boxer is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances warfighting capability and tactical proficiency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dustin Drake)



U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conduct an engine wash on an MV-22B Osprey during flight quarters aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), Dec. 2, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dustin Drake)



NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Dec. 10, 2025) USS Fort Worth (LCs 3) participates in annual Holiday Lights Competition aboard Naval Base San Diego, December 10, 2025. Naval Base San Diego is home to more than 50 ships and is the principal homeport of the Pacific Fleet ( Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Aja Jackson )

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The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) departs San Diego Oct. 6. The at sea period marked the beginning of the end to a multi-year Docking Selected Restricted Availability (DSRA) that saw the ship receive upgrades and refurbishment of key systems, a significant step in the ship's progress towards its return to the fleet. (U.S. Navy photos by Mark D. Faram)



APRA HARBOR, Guam (Dec. 11, 2025) - Harbor tug boats guide Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) as the ship pulls into Naval Base Guam for a scheduled port visit, Dec. 11. Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
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GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 11, 2025) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) sails in the Gulf of Oman while operating in the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility. Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the CENTCOM area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Indra Beaufort)



ARABIAN SEA (Dec. 10, 2025) U.S. Navy Fire Controlman 3rd Class Daniel Eloy, left, and U.S. Navy Fire Controlman 2nd Class Randal Brockmeyer, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), stand small craft action team lookouit watch during a sea-and-anchor evolution in the Arabian Sea. Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Indra Beaufort)



Aviation Electricians Mate 2nd Class Robert Kallas, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21, conducts pre-flight maintenance on an MH-60S Seahawk on the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), Dec. 9, 2025. Boxer is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances warfighting capability and tactical proficiency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dustin Drake)



A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts flight operations aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), Dec. 8, 2025. Boxer is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances warfighting capability and tactical proficiency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Eliora Sims)

Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. sails in formation with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) on Dec. 22, 2025. Frank E. Petersen Jr., assigned to the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Units assigned to 7th Fleet conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance peace through strength. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christian Kibler)



U.S. Navy Capt. William Frank, commander, Carrier Air Wing 9, fires a .50 caliber machine gun aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) on Dec. 22, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christian Kibler)



U.S. Navy Capt. Daniel Keeler, commanding officer of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), returns to the ship after flying an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14, on Dec. 22, 2025. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Units assigned to 7th Fleet conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance peace through strength. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel Kimmelman)



WHITE BEACH NAVAL FACILITY, Okinawa,Japan. America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) moored onboard Navy Pier on White Beach Naval Facility, October 24, 2025. Commander, Fleet Activities Okinawa maintains and operates facilities to support United Nations Command-Rear missions, coalition and allied partners, U.S. Navy ships, submarines, and aircraft, and Joint Force assets in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Zack Guth)



JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Oct 28, 2025) -- Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Tucson (SSN 770) returns to its homeport at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam following a scheduled deployment, October 28, 2025. Tucson is assigned to Submarine Squadron Seven and is capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface ship warfare, strike warfare, special operations forces support, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Omar A. Dominquez)



U.S. Navy Aviation Machinist’s Mate 2nd Class Austin Sabio conducts maintenance on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14, on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) on Dec. 23, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Shepard Fosdyke-Jackson)



U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Ramon Deleon, left, and U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Marvin Cab direct an F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151, in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) on Dec. 26, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shepard Fosdyke-Jackson)

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U.S. Navy Damage Controlman 3rd Class Marilyn Folau, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103), bestows a wreath upon a grave at Hampton National Cemetery, Dec. 13, 2025. Wreaths Across America volunteers laid over 2,000 wreaths at the Hampton National Cemetery to remember and honor veterans through the laying of remembrance wreaths on the graves of fallen heroes. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sierra Bryant)



U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Sofia Claire Jose directs an F-35C Lightning II, attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) on Dec. 26, 2025. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Units assigned to 7th Fleet conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance peace through strength. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Malina Davy)



An F-35C Lightning II, attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, prepares to launch from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) on Dec. 26, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Malina Davy



AT SEA (October 7, 2025) Sailors, assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship, USS San Diego (LPD 22) and Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, conduct flight operations with MH-60S Seahawks, also from HSC 25, on the ship’s flight deck while underway, Oct. 7. San Diego is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sade’ Anita Wallace)



AT SEA (October 7, 2025) Sailors, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, pose for a photo before flight operations aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship, USS San Diego (LPD 22), on the ship’s flight deck while underway, Oct. 7. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sade’ Anita Wallace)



YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 8, 2025) – Damage Controlman 2nd Class Jaretd Diaz uses a thermal imaging camera to find simulated hot spots aboard U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), during a damage control drill in Yokosuka, Japan, Dec. 8, 2025. Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance future warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary Del Rio)



U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) Airman Fatouma Sow conducts fuel tests aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) on Dec. 24, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shepard Fosdyke-Jackson)