These are the approximate positions of the U.S. Navy’s deployed carrier strike groups and amphibious ready groups throughout the world as of June 17, 2024, based on Navy and public data. In cases where a CSG or ARG is conducting disaggregated operations, the chart reflects the location of the capital ship.
Ships Underway
| Total Battle Force | Deployed | Underway |
| 296 (USS 235, USNS 61) |
113 (USS 71, USNS 32) |
82 (56 Deployed, 26 Local) |
In Japan
USS America (LHA-6) arrived in Sasebo on Thursday, according to ship spotters. America will change homeports later this year, USNI News has learned.
In the Philippine Sea
USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76) is operating in the Philippine Sea as part of exercise Valiant Shield. The carrier will head to Washington state later this year for a planned repair availability. USS George Washington (CVN-73) will replace Reagan in Japan.
USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) joined Reagan for exercise Valiant Shield. Blue Ridge conducted a maneuvering exercise with the French Navy Aquitaine-class frigate FS Bretagne (D 655) on Friday.
USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) is operating in the Philippine Sea as part of exercise Valiant Shield.
Carrier Strike Group 9
Carrier
USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), homeported at San Diego, Calif.
Carrier Air Wing 11
- The “Fist of the Fleet” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25 – F/A-18E – from Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif.
- The “Black Knights” of VFA 154 – F/A-18F – from Naval Air Station Lemoore.
- The “Blue Blasters” of VFA 34 – F/A-18E – from Naval Air Station Oceana, Va.
- The “Fighting Checkmates” of VFA 211 – F/A-18E – from Naval Air Station Oceana.
- The “Rooks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137 – EA-18G – from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash.
- The “Liberty Bells” of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 115 – E-2D – from Naval Air Station Point Mugu, Calif.
- The “Providers” of Fleet Logistics Squadron (VRC) 40 – C-2A – from Naval Station Norfolk, Va.
- The “Wolf Pack” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 75 – MH-60R – from Naval Air Station North Island, Calif.
- The “Eightballers” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 – MH-60S – from Naval Air Station North Island.
Cruiser
USS Lake Erie (CG-70), homeported at Naval Station San Diego, Calif.
Destroyer Squadron 23
Destroyer Squadron 23 is based in San Diego and is embarked on Theodore Roosevelt.
- USS John S. McCain (DDG-56), homeported at Naval Station Everett, Wash.
- USS Halsey (DDG-97), homeported at Naval Station San Diego, Calif.
- USS Daniel Inouye (DDG-118), homeported at Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
In the Mediterranean
The U.S.-built humanitarian aid pier, which has been delivering aid into Gaza was removed from its anchored position and towed back to Ashdod, Israel, on Friday due to expected high seas. Temporarily relocating the pier will prevent structural damage caused by the heightened sea state, U.S. Central Command said in a release. After the period of expected high seas, the pier will be rapidly re-anchored to the coast of Gaza and resume delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza.
The ships dispatched for the operation include:
U.S. Army:
- USAV General Frank S. Benson (LSV-1)
- USAV SP4 James A. Loux (LSV-4)
- USAV Monterrey (LCU-2030)
- USAV Matamoros (LCU-2026)
- USAV Wilson Wharf (LCU-2011)
Military Sealift Command:
- USNS 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez (T-AK-3010)
- USNS GySgt. Fred. W. Stockham (T-AK-3008)
Maritime Administration:
- MV Roy P. Benavidez (TAKR-306)
In the Red Sea
Aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) and Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG-107) are operating in the Red Sea.
Ike deployed late last year and was extended a second time by Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, a defense official confirmed to USNI News.
Carrier Strike Group 2
Carrier
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69), homeported at Norfolk, Va.
Carrier Air Wing 3
- The “Gunslingers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 105 – F/A-18E – from Naval Air Station Oceana, Va.
- The “Fighting Swordsmen” of VFA 32 – F/A-18F – from Naval Air Station Oceana.
- The “Rampagers” of VFA 83 – F/A-18E – from Naval Air Station Oceana.
- The “Wildcats” of VFA 131 – F/A-18E – from Naval Air Station Oceana.
- The “Zappers” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 130 – EA-18G – from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash.
- The “Screwtops” of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 123 – E-2D – from Naval Air Station Norfolk, Va.
- The “Rawhides” of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 – C-2A – from Naval Air Station Norfolk.
- The “Swamp Foxes” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74 – MH-60R – from Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Fla.
- The “Dusty Dogs” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 – MH-60S – from Naval Station Norfolk.
Cruiser
USS Philippine Sea (CG-58), homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, Va.
Destroyer Squadron 22
Destroyer Squadron 22 is based in Norfolk, Va., and is embarked on Eisenhower.
- USS Gravely (DDG-107), homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, Va.
- USS Mason (DDG-87), homeported at Naval Station Mayport, Fla.
U.S. ships continue to patrol the Red Sea as part of Operation Prosperity Guardian, the U.S.-led multinational effort to protect ships moving through the region. Houthi forces in Yemen continue to attack merchant shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, while U.S. naval forces in the region have continued strikes against Houthi weapons that U.S. Central Command says are a threat to naval and merchant ships. Houthi forces say they are targeting ships with connections to the United Kingdom, the U.S. and Israel.
The U.N. Security Council on Jan. 10 approved a resolution calling on Yemen’s Houthi rebel group to “cease its brazen” attacks in the Red Sea.
On Friday, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) destroyed two Houthi uncrewed surface vessels in the Red Sea. USCENTCOM forces also shot down one Houthi uncrewed aerial system (UAS) launched over the Red Sea.
USCENTCOM forces destroyed seven Houthi radars in Yemen. These radars allow the Houthis to target maritime vessels and endanger commercial shipping.
On Thursday, USCENTCOM forces destroyed one Houthi air defense sensor in Yemen. USCENTCOM forces later destroyed one Houthi USV and two Houthi patrol boats in the Red Sea. USCENTCOM forces also shot down one Houthi UAS over the Red Sea.
On Wednesday, CENTCOM forces destroy three anti-ship cruise missile (ASCM) launchers in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen and shot down one Houthi UAS over the Red Sea.
One Houthi USV struck M/V Tutor, a Liberian flagged, Greek-owned and -operated bulk cargo carrier, in the Red Sea. M/V Tutor most recently docked in Russia. The impact of the USV caused severe flooding and damage to the engine room. One civilian mariner remains missing following the attack. The crew abandoned ship and were rescued by USS Philippine Sea (CG-58) and partner forces. M/V Tutor remains in the Red Sea and is slowly taking on water.
On Tuesday, CENTCOM forces destroyed two Houthi ASCM launchers in Yemen.
The Defense Intelligence Agency said since mid-February traffic through the Red Sea has dropped off by 90 percent, according to a report released on Thursday.
From November to March, 18 ships have been attacked by Houthi forces, according to DIA.
In the Gulf of Aden
Houthi forces hit a bulk cargo ship with two anti-ship cruise missiles in the Gulf of Aden, U.S. Central Command announced on Thursday.
“Both missiles struck MV Verbena, a Palauan-flagged, Ukrainian-owned, Polish-operated bulk cargo carrier. MV Verbena most recently docked in Malaysia and was enroute to Italy carrying wood construction material,” reads a statement from CENTCOM. “Verbena reported damage and subsequent fires on board. One civilian mariner was severely injured during the attack. Aircraft from USS Philippine Sea (CG-58) medically evacuated the injured mariner to a partner force ship nearby for medical attention.”
On Saturday, the crew issued a distress call indicating they were abandoning the ship. M/V Anna Meta responded to render assistance. Anna Meta has recovered the mariners and is transporting them to safety. The crew abandoned ship due to continued fires and an inability to control them.
The Iranian frigate IRIN Jamaran was eight nautical miles from M/V Verbena and did not respond to the distress call.
On Monday, partner forces shot down one uncrewed aerial system (UAS) launched by the Houthis into the Gulf of Aden.
In the Persian Gulf
U.S. Coast Guard Sentinel-class Fast Response Cutters are forward-deployed to the region under Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA). PATFORSWA deploys Coast Guard personnel and ships with U.S. and regional naval forces throughout the Middle East. Initially deployed in 2003 to support Operation Iraqi Freedom, PATFORSWA is now a permanent presence based out of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
In the Western Atlantic
Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) was reported underway on Monday.
In the Eastern Pacific
The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN-73) is underway operating with the Chilean Navy.
As part of its transit to Japan, George Washington is participating in Southern Seas 2024, which seeks “to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation,” according to a news release from U.S. Southern Command.
In the Eastern Atlantic and Baltic Sea
U.S. 6th Fleet command ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC-20) pulled into port in Denmark. Other U.S. ships that are set to attend include amphibious warship USS New York (LPD-21) and USS Wasp (LHD-1).
Amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD-1) is in the Baltic Sea for the BALTOPS exercise. Wasp transited southbound under the Storebaelt Bridge in Denmark on Friday, according to ship spotters.
The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit embarked deployed from the East Coast on June 1, USNI News reported on Friday. The ARG is made up of Wasp, New York and USS Oak Hill (LSD-51)
The 24th MEU is composed of a command element, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced) and Combat Logistics Battalion 24 as the Logistics Combat Element.
Overall, the exercise will include more than 50 ships and about 9,000 personnel from 19 countries. U.S. 6th Fleet has not released the complete list of ships participating.
In the Eastern Pacific
The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) departed San Diego on Wednesday, according to ship spotters.
Aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) arrived in San Diego on Monday, according to ship spotters.
The amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA-7) arrived in San Diego on Friday, according to ship spotters.
In addition to these major formations, not shown are others serving in submarines, individual surface ships, aircraft squadrons, SEALs, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Forces, Seabees, EOD Mobile Units and more serving throughout the globe.
