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Aircraft carrier underway in open ocean with clear blue sky and scattered clouds.

USS Abraham Lincoln Sets Record with 210 Days at Sea

Meet the USS Abraham Lincoln, a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier that's made history by spending a record-breaking 210 days at sea, showcasing its unparalleled endurance and capabilities. With over 5,000 Sailors and Marines on board, this unstoppable vessel has been a continuous presence in Middle Eastern waters since November 2025.

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J-35 fighter jet poised for takeoff on Liaoning carrier's ski-jump ramp.

China's J-35, J-15DT Fighters Adapt to Liaoning Carrier's Ski-Jump Operations

China is pushing the boundaries of its aircraft carrier capabilities with its Liaoning carrier, as seen in recent training exercises featuring the J-35 and J-15DT fighters taking off using the ship's ski-jump ramp. This marks a significant milestone in the development of China's naval aviation, with the J-35 and J-15DT successfully adapting to the carrier's ski-jump operations.

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Naval Hürjet aircraft on a runway with a large body of water and dock in the background.

Turkey Advances Naval Hürjet for MUGEM Aircraft Carrier

Türkiye is taking a major leap forward with its indigenous aircraft carrier, MUGEM, by developing a carrier-capable version of the Hürjet, a high-performance jet that will need to withstand the intense demands of naval landings. Turkish Aerospace Industries has officially kicked off the Naval Hürjet programme, marking a significant milestone in the country's naval aviation ambitions.

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USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier docked at Naval Station Norfolk with crew and loved ones gathered.

US Aircraft Carriers Redeploy After Ford's Record-Breaking 326-Day Mission

After a record-breaking 326-day mission, the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier has returned to Naval Station Norfolk, accompanied by cheers from hundreds of loved ones. The supercarrier and its crew of nearly 4,500 Sailors sailed over 57,000 nautical miles and supported operations across two continents.

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Aircraft carrier docked in harbor with sailors on deck and city skyline in background.

Aircraft Carrier Gerald R. Ford Returns Home After Record-Breaking Deployment

Get ready for a hero's welcome home! The aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford is returning after a record-breaking deployment that has left the Navy and its leaders beaming with pride.

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