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25 June

US Navy's first Orca Extra Large Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV), the XLE0.

US Navy Seeks Ultra-Large Submarine Drone With Extended Endurance

The US Navy has posted a request for proposals for the development of an Ocean Explorer large underwater vehicle capable of long-endurance operations.

20 June

Americas

Royal Australian Navy replenishment ship HMAS Stalwarts embarked MH-60R Seahawk helicopter Boomerang conducts flying operations during a transit as part of a regional presence deployment. *** Local Caption *** The Royal Australian Navy is undertaking a regional presence deployment in Southeast and Northeast Asia. During the deployment, HMA Ships Toowoomba, Stalwart and Brisbane demonstrated the Royal Australian Navys ability to execute sustained operations in the deployed environments through superior Replenishment at Sea capability. During this evolution, Stalwart completing her first dual Replenishment at Sea evolution providing HMA Ships Toowoomba and Brisbane with F76 fuel, and F44 fuel for the embarked MH-60R Helicopters. Concurrently, Stalwart launched her embarked MH-60R helicopter, Boomerang, to conduct a Vertical Replenishment of stores and mission-essential equipment to Toowoomba. Regional presence deployments demonstrate Australias commitment to, and engagement with, the region. The deployments play a vital role in Australias long-term security and prosperity by protecting Australias interests, preserving a rules-based order, enhancing cooperation and relationships with regional partners and allies, and developing capability and interoperability.

Christine Casimiro

US, Australian Seahawks Receive Magnetic Anomaly Detection

Sikorsky and CAE are enhancing the anti-submarine warfare capabilities of MH-60R Seahawk helicopters operated by the US and Australian navies by integrating Magnetic Anomaly Detection-Extended Role systems.

18 June

Air

A P-8A Poseidon, assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 30, flies over the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). The P-8A's primary function is anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare and will be the replacement for the P-3C Orion. The U.S. Navy is constantly deployed to preserve peace, protect commerce, and deter aggression through forward presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mike DiMestico/Released)

Inder Singh Bisht

Boeing Completes P-8A Poseidon Upgrades for US Navy

Boeing has completed Increment 3 Block 2 upgrades on the first P-8A Poseidon. enhancing the aircraft's surveillance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities.

11 June

Americas

Giulia Bernacchi

US Navy Orders More Raytheon SPY-6 Radars in $646M Deal

Raytheon has secured a $646 million contract to produce four more SPY-6(V) radars for the US Navy.

10 June

Air

Textron's T-54A multi-engine training system aircraft is seen parked in the middle of what appears to be an aircraft runway. The plane has two propellers, one on each of its wings. The aircraft is painted white with navy blue accents on its wings and the front of the cockpit. The background is a clear blue sky with a few streaks of light, white clouds.

Rojoef Manuel

US Navy T-54A Trainer Aircraft Achieves Initial Operating Capability

The US Navy’s T-54A Marlin II has achieved initial operational capability for training programs across the force.

9 June

Americas

AN/APX-123A(V) Common Transponder provides time-critical insights that help prevent friendly fire incidents.

Giulia Bernacchi

BAE Secures $30M to Modernize US Navy IFF Transponder Technology

The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a $30 million contract to upgrade the AN/APX-123A(V) common transponder technology.

6 June

Americas

Military Sealift Command's newest ship, fleet replenishment oiler USNS Harvey Milk (T-AO 206), slides into the water during the christening ceremony at General Dynamic NASSCO, San Diego. The ship honors Navy veteran and LGBT activist Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay candidates elected to public office as a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in 1978.

Juster Domingo

US Navy to Rename Ships Honoring Civil Rights Icons

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is facing criticism following directives to rename US Navy ships named after civil rights leaders.

5 June

Air

Joe Saballa

Honeywell to Help Develop Next-Gen Jammer for US Navy EA-18G Growler

Honeywell has been selected to support the development of the US Navy’s Next-Generation Jammer Low Band system for the EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft.

5 June

Americas