aircraft carrier

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The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier, dispatched to the Middle East ahead of the outbreak of war with Iran, returned home to the United States on Saturday after a 326-day deployment, the Pentagon said.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

The aircraft carrier has around 20 Rafale fighter jets and is escorted by several frigates.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Normally that’s a recipe for trouble, but the aircraft carrier known as the U.S. economy shows little sign of taking on water.

From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026

The logistical surge appears to be a stream of Boeing C-17 military transport aircraft making their way to the region, alongside the addition of a third aircraft carrier.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

Navy planes on the aircraft carrier Essex were ready to go.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin