Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 2, 2017) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) transits the South China Sea. The ship and its carrier strike group are on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Z.A. Landers/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 2, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) transits the South China Sea. The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group, which includes Wayne E. Meyer, is on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Z.A. Landers/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (March 2, 2017) An AV-8B Harrier assigned to the "Tomcats" of Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311 launches from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The ship is on a routine patrol operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to serve as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Diana Quinlan/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 4, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) arrives at White Beach Naval Facility for a port visit. The ship is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to serve as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class William Sykes/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (March 3, 2017) Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit depart an MV-22B Osprey assigned to the "Ridge Runners" of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The ship is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)

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SAN CLEMENTE ISLAND, Calif. (March 2, 2017) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Screaming Indians" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6 fires an AGM-114N Hellfire missile during a live-fire combat training exercise. HSC-6 provides vertical lift search and rescue, logistics, anti-surface warfare, special operations forces support, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Doug Harvey/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (March 3, 2017) MV-22B Ospreys assigned to the "Ridge Runners" of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The ship is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)

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ROTA, Spain (March 3, 2017) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) man the rails as the ship arrives at Naval Station Rota, Spain. Ross is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ford Williams/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 3, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) transits the Arabian Sea. The ship is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 6, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) fires a Mark 45 5-inch gun during flag officer sea training 2017. The ship is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alyssa Weeks/Released)

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NORFOLK (March 6, 2017) Electronic Technician 3rd Class Austin Robirds, assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston Churchill (DDG 81), prepares for a visit, board, search, and seizure drill on a pier onboard Naval Base Norfolk, Va. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zach Sleeper/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (March 4, 2017) Ensign Jayne Woolard uses a baton against Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Bryon McDonald after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum spray during naval security force sentry training aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The ship is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)

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PLYMOUTH, England (March 5, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) departs Plymouth, England. Donald Cook is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alyssa Weeks/Released)

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HAMBANTOTA, Sri Lanka (March 7, 2017) The expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Fall River (T-EPF-4) arrives in Hambantota to participate in Pacific Partnership 2017 mission stop Sri Lanka. Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multilateral humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Asia-Pacific and aims to enhance regional coordination in areas such as medical readiness and preparedness for manmade and natural disasters. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Fulton/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 6, 2017) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Joi Townsel lowers ordnance onto an elevator aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The ship and its carrier strike group are conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Gaines/Released)

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Equation said:

WAAABOOM! GIT SUM!

Now as far as the Navy new green uniform or BDU's...I don't like it. So everyone is dressing like a Navy Seal camo unis or the Marines?

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They failed to reduce the number of uniforms sailors must maintain. Their threads put sailors at risk for worsening burn injuries by melting. And sailors said they were uncomfortable and that the only camouflage they offered was when someone fell overboard.

The blue-and-gray cammies originally intended to be the Navy's mainstay uniform are officially headed for Davy Jones' seabag, ending a decade of wrestling with a revolutionary uniform concept that failed to get its sea legs despite updates and hundreds of millions of dollars in investment.

The blue-and-gray Navy working uniform, known as the Type I, will be dumped effective Oct. 1, Navy officials announced Thursday, though wear will be phased out over three years. In its stead, the digital woodland pattern cammies, or NWU Type III, will become the standard shore duty uniform across the service. The NWU Type III is a tactical uniform that has a reputation for being more comfortable and officials also anticipate some cost-savings by switching to it.

“We have heard the feedback and we are acting on it,” said Navy Secretary Ray Mabus in a statement provided to Navy Times Aug. 4. “As a direct result of sailors' input, effective October 1, we will transition from the NWU Type I to the NWU Type III(Green cammo) as our primary shore working uniform."

The announcement signals another tectonic shift in the Navy's changing seabag. Many details are still being worked out. What you need to know:

• Green cammies. Sailors who don't currently wear the woodland cammies may start to do so in October, with their commanding officer's approval. These uniforms will start going on sale at uniform stores. Recruits will start being issued them in October 2017 and sets of these units will be rolled out to sailors over the next two years. By October 2019, green-and-tan cammies will be the shore duty standard uniform.
• Blue cammies. Sailors will not be allowed to wear their blueberries after Oct. 1, 2019.
• Fleet uniforms. Officials are working on a replacement to the unpopular flame-resistant variant coveralls worn in the fleet. In addition to the improved FRV coverall, officials are also pursuing a new direction after surveys found interest in a two-piece utility style uniform that's flame-resistant and can be worn at sea and ashore. A wear test is planned for 2017.

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USNS Pecos alongside USS Bonhomme Richard in the East China Sea Feb 28

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) The guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) fires its 5-inch gun during a live-fire gunnery exercise. Porter is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ford Williams/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) visit, board, search and seizure team prepare to board the ship during a training exercise. Porter is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ford Williams/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 8, 2017) Sailors remove chocks and chains from an AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter prior to departing the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The ship is underway conducting a series of qualifications and certifications as part of the basic phase of training in preparation for future operations and deployments. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Murray/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 8, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airmen Samantha Vasquez, left, and Maricel Idos direct helicopters assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167 aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Murray/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 8, 2017) Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Tyler Johnson observes well deck operations aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48). The ship is part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group which is on a routine patrol operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) Sailors supply electrical power to an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Tomcatters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The ship and its carrier strike group are conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brianna Bowens/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 8, 2017) The Commanding Officer (CO) of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72) Cmdr. Marc Davis reads notes from the CO's suggestion box over the ship's 1-MC announcing system in the pilothouse. Mahan is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tim Comerford/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 7, 2017) An E-2C Hawkeye early warning and support aircraft assigned to the "Bear Aces" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 124 prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Gaines/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (March 8, 2017) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Sherman stands watch in the pilothouse of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tim Comerford/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Mar. 4, 2017) Engineman 3rd Class Kenisha Sheppard aligns USS Mesa Verde's (LPD 19) engine for start up after a routine check. Mesa Verde, an amphibious transport dock ship, is deployed with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in Europe and the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brent Pyfrom/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 7, 2017) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) embark San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). The ship is on a routine patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, operating as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Diana Quinlan/Released)

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ENGLISH CHANNEL (March 6, 2017) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) launch a rigid-hull inflatable boat during a fast attack craft/fast inshore craft exercise. Hue City is operating in the English Channel as part of Operation Atlantic Resolve in order to assure allies of our shared commitment and to build interoperability toward peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kayla Cosby/Released)

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OKINAWA, Japan (March 8, 2017) Landing craft utility 1651, attached to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, enters the well deck of USS Ashland (LSD 48). The amphibious dock landing ship is part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, and embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to conduct flight operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Gaines/Released)

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CHANGI NAVAL BASE (March 6, 2017) Gunner's Mate 1st Class Michael McCrackin, from Alvin, Texas, raises the breach block during routine maintenance on a Mk 110 57mm gun aboard littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4). The ship is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. Coronado is a fast and agile warship tailor-made to patrol the region's littorals and work hull-to-hull with partner navies, providing 7th Fleet with the flexible capabilities it needs now and in the future. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amy M. Ressler/Released)

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