Nuclear Submarine Activities

Photos of nuclear-powered submarines navigating through ocean waters, depicting their operational readiness and crew activities at sea.

Atlantic Ocean, January 13, 2011 - Sailors aboard the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Newport News (SSN 750) render honors as the submarine passes the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise.

KINGS BAY (Feb. 5, 2019) The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Maryland (SSBN 738) Gold crew returns to homeport at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Georgia, following a strategic deterrence patrol. The boat is one of five ballistic missile submarines stationed at the base and is capable of carrying up to 20 submarine-launched ballistic missiles with multiple warheads.

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS LEWIS AND Clark (SSBN-644) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-SC-85-11073. Country: Unknown

Atlantic Ocean, January 13, 2011 - Sailors aboard the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Newport News (SSN 750) render honors as the submarine passes the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise.

An aerial view showing the sail structure of the U.S. Navy's newest nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine, USS KENTUCKY (SSBN-737). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS MEMPHIS (SSN-6910 underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

1990s USS PENNSYLVANIA NUCLEAR SUBMARINE RUNNING ON SURFACE PARTIALLY SUBMERGED

A port beam view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS JAMES K. POLK (SSBN-645) with crew members working on the deck during the joint service exercise Ocean Venture '93. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '93 State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Line handlers aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS LOUISVILLE (SSN-724) stand at parade rest as a commercial tug pushes the submarine toward the pier. The LOUISVILLE is returning to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, during which it became the first submarine to launch a Tomahawk land attack missile in a wartime situation. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD/DESERT STORM Base: Naval Submarine Base, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

USS TUCSON (SSN 770) cruises off the coast of Chile during Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Country: Unknown

PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 21, 2020) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730) gets in position to receive a payload of supplies from an MV-22B Osprey in the vicinity of the Hawaiian Islands. Underway replenishment sustains the fleet anywhere/anytime. This event was designed to test and evaluate the tactics, techniques, and procedures of U.S. Strategic Command's expeditionary logistics and enhance the overall readiness of our strategic forces.

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 25, 2022) The Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728), homeported at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga., operates in the vicinity of the NATO Marathi Pier Complex in Souda Bay, Greece, Aug. 25, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed when they are needed to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

041018-N-2820Z-002. Base: Naval Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A bow view of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine MOCHISHIO (SS-574) arriving in port with sailors standing atop the sail. The vessel is arriving to take part in the joint naval exercise RIMPAC '92. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '92 Base: Naval Submarine Base, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An aerial starboard bow view of a Russian Navy Northern Fleet DELTA IV class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine underway on the surface. Country: Baltic Sea

Military submarine USS Alaska USN U.S. Navy General Dynamics Electric Boat

SSBNFleet Ballistic Missle Submarine

A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS KENTUCKY (SSBN-737) underway as the ship departs for sea. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

120606-N-FG395-050 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 6, 2012) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Wyoming (SSBN 742) (Gold) at sea June 6. Wyoming surfaced to accept Midshipmen for professional training and to conduct a proof of concept for personnel evacacuation from a submarine witha V-22 Osprey.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS GATO (SSN-615) as the ship approaches Key West, Fla. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220728-N-DF558-1127 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 28, 2022) Republic of Korea Navy Sohn Won-yil-class submarine ROKS Shin Dol-seok (SS 082) sails in formation during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 28. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 30 unmanned systems, approximately 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 11, 2017) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Santa Fe (SSN 763) prepares to moor at Fleet Activities Yokosuka. Santa Fe is visiting Yokosuka for a port visit. U.S. Navy port visits represent an important opportunity to promote stability and security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, demonstrate commitment to regional partners and foster relationships.

A port quarter view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS DANIEL WEBSTER (SSBN-626) underway. Country: Unknown

Aerial starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734) as it nears its new home port of Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Ga. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

050416-N-4723L-001. Base: Puget Sound State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Newport News (SSN-750) and the fleet oiler USS Merrimack (AO-179), background, make port visits as part of the fleet exercise. Subject Operation/Series: COMPTUEX 95 Base: Nas, Roosevelt Roads State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-08359. Base: San Pablo Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard amidships view of a Soviet Papa class nuclear-powered cruise missile submarine (SSGN) underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. (July 15, 2012) The Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Georgia (SSGN 729) transits the Saint Marys River. Georgia returned to Kings Bay after spending more than a year forward deployed.

DN-ST-85-10071. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HYMAN G. RICKOVER (SSN 709) underway. Country: Unknown

The crew of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS PASADENA (SSN 752) man the rail as the sub moves out of Pearl Harbor for sea exercises during RIMPAC 98. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '98 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040825-N-5268S-002. Base: Portsmouth State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Nuclear submarine in the sea, USS Louisville (SSN 724), US Navy

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN-729) moored to a pier. Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS PHOENIX (SSN-702) underway. Country: Mediterranean Sea(MED)

An aerial port bow view of the Ohio Class nuclear-propelled strategic missile submarine USS ALABAMA (SSBN-731) taken during sea trials conducted by General Dynamics, the ship's builder. Country: Unknown

PEARL HARBOR (July 11, 2022) - Republic of Korea Navy submarine ROKS Shin Dol Seok (SS 082) departs Pearl Harbor to begin the at-sea phase of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 11. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

DN-ST-85-10188. Base: Thames River State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110311-N-UK333-029 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (March 11, 2011) The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returns to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after a six-month deployment to the western Pacific region. This was the first deployment for Greeneville in more than three years.

060825-N-7441H-004. Base: Port Canaveral State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110715-N-UK333-042 PEARL HARBOR (July 15, 2011) The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS La Jolla (SSN 701) returns to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after completing a six-month deployment to the western Pacific region.

Bow and sail view of USS Kamehameha, SSN 642, on the surface off the coast of Oahu, Hawaii

An aerial port side view of the Turkish submarine HIZIR REIS (S-342) (Ex-USS GUDGEON/SS-567) underway near San Diego. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

POLARIS POINT, Guam (April 11, 2013) The guided-missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN 726) pulls into Apra Harbor to conduct an exchange of command between their Gold and Blue crews.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS JAMES MADISON (SSBN-627) underway. Country: Unknown

DN-ST-89-03079. Base: New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile USS ALABAMA (SSBN 731) moored at a pier during its commissioning ceremony. The guest seating area is on the right. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

980815-N-4560R-001. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Bangor State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An officer addresses guests from the speakers platform during the commissioning of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS PITTSBURGH (SSN-720). The union jack is flying at the bow. Base: Naval Submarine Base, New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-10230. Base: Naval Submarine Base, New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-90-03734. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Commercial tugs escort the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN 734) as the vessel departs from Kings Bay. The tug on the submarine's port side is underway in reverse. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine BUFFALO (SSN-715) underway during sea trials. Country: Unknown

San Diego (June 05, 2022) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757) prepares to pull in to Naval Base Point Loma (NBPL) on June 05. Alexandria is returning to NBPL following a seven-month deployment to the western Pacific.

A port view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HADDACK (SSN 621) underway off the coast of San Diego. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PUGET SOUND, Wash. (July 12, 2018) The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Nebraska (SSBN 739) transits the Hood Canal as it returns home to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following the boat's first strategic patrol since 2013. Nebraska recently completed a 41-month engineered refueling overhaul, which will extend the life of the submarine for another 20 years.

BUSAN, Republic of Korea (Oct. 31, 2022) Tugboats assist the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Key West (SSN 722) as it prepares to moor in Busan, South Korea, Oct. 31. Key West is forward-deployed to Guam and routinely operates in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations, conducting maritime security operations and supporting national security interests.

ROTA, Spain (Aug. 9, 2020) Members of the U.S. Fleet Forces Command nuclear examining board ride a boat from the Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Georgia (SSGN 729), operating in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility, toward Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, Spains pier after an inspection. U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

A port view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HADDACK (SSN 621) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

ARABIAN SEA (June 22, 2021) Guided-missile submarine USS Georgia (SSGN 729) transits the Arabian Sea, while operating with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike group. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations and providing airpower to protect U.S. and coalition forces as they conduct drawdown operations from Afghanistan.

180302-N-HI376-001 FLEET ACTIVITIES YOKOSUKA, Japan (Mar. 2, 2018) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Topeka (SSN 754) moors pierside at Fleet Activities Yokosuka for a port visit. U.S. Navy port visits represent an important opportunity to promote stability and security in the Indo-Pacific region, demonstrate commitment to regional partners and foster relationships.

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Aug. 25, 2022) The Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728), homeported at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga., operates in the vicinity of the NATO Marathi Pier Complex in Souda Bay, Greece, Aug. 25, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed when they are needed to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS OMAHA (SSN-692) underway. Country: Unknown

GROTON, Conn. (May 31, 2013) The Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Hampshire (SSN 778) transits the Thames River as it returns to Naval Submarine Base New London following a scheduled underway.

A bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarines USS HADDOCK (SSN-621) underway with crew members riding the sail. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

GROTON, Conn. (May 3, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Dallas (SSN 700) departs Naval Submarine Base New London for a scheduled underway.

Mooring lines secure the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS ALBANY (SSN 753) to the pier for the vessel's commissioning ceremony. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port quarter view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS ALEXANDRIA (SSN-757) underway during post-commissioning trials off Andos Island, Bahamas. The ALEXANDRIA was commissioned on June 29, 1991.. Country: Atlantic Ocean(AOC)

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS FLORIDA (SSBN-728) underway. Base: Babob Bay State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220930-N-DW158-1114 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 30, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), a U.S. Navy Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine, Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62), Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65), Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy destroyer ROKS Munmu the Great (DDH 976), and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer JS Asahi (DD 119) steam in formation in waters east of the Korean Peninsula, Sept. 30. Ronald Reagan, operating as the flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 5 is conducting a trilateral anti-submarine warfare exercise with the JMSDF and ROK Navy. The operations between the Reagan Strike Group, JS Asahi, and ROKS Munmu The Great involved operating with a U.S. submarine to enhance interoperability between the nations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Crewmen stand in formation as distinguished guests are escorted on a tour of the commissioning ceremonies for the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI (SSN-705) at the conclusion of commissioning ceremonies. The ship was built by the Electric Boat Division, General Dynamics Corporation. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An aerial starboard bow view of the Los Angeles Class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS OLYMPIA (SSN-717) underway. Country: Unknown

(221007-N-NS602-1014) ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 7, 2022) Saildrone Explorer unmanned surface vessels (USV) operate in the Arabian Gulf during exercise Phantom Scope, Oct. 7. During the bilateral exercise between the United States and United Kingdom, USVs operated in conjunction with crewed ships and naval command centers ashore in Bahrain.

GARDEN ISLAND, Australia - The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Mississippi (SSN 782) moors at Royal Australian Navy HMAS Stirling Naval Base, Nov. 28. Mississippi is currently on patrol in support of national security interests in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

An aerial overhead port side view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS ASHEVILLE (SSN-758) underway on sea trials off the Virginia Capes. Base: USS Ashville @@(Ssn 758) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

110303-N-5539C-054SANTA RITA, Guam (March 3, 2011) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) prepares to moor at U.S. Naval Base Guam. Oklahoma City arrived to its new homeport following an engineering overhaul, sea trials, certifications and transit from the Atlantic Ocean.

DN-ST-88-07376. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

SAN DIEGO (Sep. 7, 2022) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Scranton (SSN 756) pulls into Naval Base Point Loma at the conclusion of a seven-month deployment, September 7. Scranton covered nearly 50,000 nautical miles during deployment and saw port visits in Guam, Yokosuka and Okinawa.

USS TUCSON (SSN 770) operates off the coast of Chile during Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 as a Chilean frigate steams in the background. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Country: Unknown

A port beam view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS PHOENIX (SSN-701) underway. Country: Unknown

060215-N-9500T-454. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A port beam view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS SEAHORSE (SSN-669) at sunrise, headed for the Panama Canal. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220602-N-SS492-1015 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (June 2, 2022) -- The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Charlotte (SSN 766) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a regularly scheduled underway, June 2. Charlotte is capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface ship warfare, strike warfare, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.

A port quarter view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine JEFFERSON CITY (SSN-759) underway during sea trials off the Virginia Capes. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

110325-N-QL533-001SOUDA BAY, Greece (March 25, 2011) The Los Angeles-class submarine USS Scranton (SSN 756) arrives at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay for a port visit.

A starboard quarter view of the U.S. Navy's newest nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine, USS KENTUCKY (SSBN-737), underway. Exact Date Shot Unknown. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

041025-N-0780F-086. Base: Souda Harbor State: Crete Country: Greece (GRC)

DN-ST-88-07588. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Mooring lines secure the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS ALBANY (SSN 753) to the pier for the vessel's commissioning ceremony. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060130-N-7676W-142. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-08388. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS OHIO (SSBN-726) secured in the water during its commissioning. The partially-constructed nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine GEORGIA (SSBN-729) displays a "Good Luck Ohio" banner nearby. Both ships are products of General Dynamics Corp. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040826-N-2820Z-003. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members gather on deck aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HOUSTON (SSN-713) as commercial harbor tugs escort the vessel toward San Diego Harbor following its return from routine operations. Base: San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PERTH, Australia (April 23, 2022) Sailors, assigned to the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Springfield (SSN 761), conduct line handling operations to moor alongside the Emory S. Land-class submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) at HMAS Stirling Navy Base, April 23, 2022. Frank Cable is currently on patrol conducting expeditionary maintenance and logistics in support of national security in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

120810-N-ZZ999-022 GROTON, Conn. (Aug. 10, 2012) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Providence (SSN 719) transits the Thames River as it departs Naval Submarine Base New London for a regularly scheduled underway.

970616-N-2568S-003. Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USS KAMEHAMEHA (SSN 642)

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