Submarine Activities

Visuals of military submarines surfacing in oceans, showcasing naval prowess and operations from different locations.

1990s USS PENNSYLVANIA NUCLEAR SUBMARINE USN RUNNING ON SURFACE SHOWING CONNING TOWER OR SAIL

040812-N-6811L-162. Base: Naval Base, Point Loma State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

KINGS BAY, Ga. (Sep. 22, 2022) The Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Georgia (SSGN 729) returns to its homeport at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Georgia, after a 790-day forward-deployment. Ohio-class guided-missile submarines are capable of carrying up to 154 tomahawk land-attack cruise missiles. The base is home to all East Coast Ohio-Class submarines.

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

050625-N-5526M-002. Base: Persian Gulf

A Swift boat rendezvous with the nucelar-powered attack submarine USS GATO (SSN-615) off the outer reef of Key West Harbor, Florida to deliver members of the Key West Navy League and various other VIP's for a tour of the submarine. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-88-05574. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Bangor State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of a Los Angeles class submarine moored to a buoy upon its arrival to participate in the joint service exercise Ocean Venture '93. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '93 Base: Nas, Roosevelt Roads State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

APRA HARBOR, Guam (Oct. 31, 2016) The ballistic missile submarine USS Pennsylvania (SSBN 735) prepares to moor in Apra Harbor, Guam, for a scheduled port visit. The Pennsylvanias visit to Guam reflects the United States commitment to its allies in the Indo-Asia-Pacific, and complements the many exercises, training, operations and other military cooperation activities conducted between the U.S. and its partner nations.

1990s USS PENNSYLVANIA NUCLEAR SUBMARINE USN RUNNING ON SURFACE SHOWING CONNING TOWER OR SAIL

KINGS BAY, Ga. (Sep. 22, 2022) The Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Georgia (SSGN 729) returns to its homeport at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Georgia, after a 790-day forward-deployment. Ohio-class guided-missile submarines are capable of carrying up to 154 tomahawk land-attack cruise missiles. The base is home to all East Coast Ohio-Class submarines.

Nuclear submarine, United States Navy

120630-N-UK333-032 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (June 30, 2012) The Royal Australian navy Collins-class submarine HMAS Farncomb (SSG 74) arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise. Twenty-two nations, 42 ships, six submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2012 is the 23rd exercise in the series that began in 1971.

The submarine Hr.Ms. Tuna (1966-1991) in the weather with an exercise properedo.

040621-N-7615S-174. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A bow view of the Ohio Class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN-729) underway. Country: Unknown

061114-N-8492C-067. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63)

110307-N-QL533-002SOUDA BAY, Greece (March 7, 2011) The guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) arrives to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay for a routine port visit. Florida is deployed in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

PUGET SOUND, Wash. (Oct. 15, 2017) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Louisiana (SSBN 743) transits the Hood Canal as it returns home following a strategic deterrent patrol. Louisiana is one of eight ballistic-missile submarines stationed at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor providing the most survivable leg of the strategic deterrence triad for the United States.

060918-N-0780F-001. Base: Souda Harbor State: Crete Country: Greece (GRC)

APRA HARBOR, Guam (March 4, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) returns to Guam after a five-week operational tasking. Oklahoma City is scheduled to conduct a continuous maintenance availability (CMAV) while in port.

The US Navy's nuclear powered Los Angeles Class Submarine USS SCRANTON (SSN 756) prepares to dive into the waters of the Adriatic Sea, following a welcomed mail delivery from Helicopter Antisubmarine Warfare Squadron Five (HS 5) embarked on board the US Navy nuclear aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) (not shown). Country: Adriatic Sea

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS OHIO (SSBN-726) as the large harbor tugs MANHATTAN (YTB-779) and OTTUMWA (YTB-761) assist in docking it at Delta Pier. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Bangor State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221004-N-ZZ999-0068 GROTON, Conn. (October 4, 2022) - The USS Oregon (SSN 793) conducts routine operations in the mouth of Thames River in Groton, Conn., Oct. 4. The Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Oregon and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) FOUR and its primary mission is to provide attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe.

An aerial starboard side view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS PASADENA (SSN-752) underway near Hawaii. An aircraft carrier is in the distant background. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

030606-N-3707W-001. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM/IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members on board the US Navy's nuclear powered ballistic submarine USS RHODE ISLAND (SSBN 740) prepare for departure for an Atlantic patrol mission out of Kings Bay, Georgia. Base: Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110106-N-6523K-009KINGS BAY, Ga. (Jan. 6, 2011) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Wyoming (SSBN 742) departs Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga. for routine operations.

Aerial starboard view of the attack submarine USS GRAYBACK (SS-574) underway. Country: South China Sea

050619-N-1464F-017. Base: Taranto Naval Base, Mar Grande Country: Italy (ITA)

DN-ST-89-08843. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-08389. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An aerial port view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BILLFISH (SSN-676) underway. Country: Unknown

The U.S. Navys newest attack submarine, USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21), conducts Bravo sea trials off the coast of Conneticut in preparation for its scheduled commissioning in July 1997. The aerial image is taken towards the starboard stern looking forward. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

060822-N-8655E-001. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060918-N-0780F-006. Base: Souda Harbor State: Crete Country: Greece (GRC)

111122-N-DI599-015YOKOSUKA, Japan (November 22, 2011) The Virginia Class submarine USS Texas (SSN 775) is moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific Region.

Pearl Harbor, July 6, 2010 - The Republic of Korea submarine ROKS Lee Eokgi (SS-071) transits on the surface after departing Pearl Harbor to participate in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010 exercises. RIMPAC 2010 is a biennial, multinational exercise designed to strengthen regional partnerships and improve interoperability.

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS LAPON (SSN-661) underway off the Virginia Capes. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220331-N-KB401-1003 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (March 31, 2022) -- The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Missouri (SSN 780) returns to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam from deployment in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility. Missouri performed a full spectrum of operations, including anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare, during the extended seven-month, Indo-Pacific deployment.

The submarine Hr.Ms. Swordfish (1972-1994) When boarding torpedoes on board.

View from the bow looking back toward the sail of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS NORFOLK (SSN-714), as the ship departs the Norfolk Naval Base. Base: Hampton Roadstead State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HAMMERHEAD (SSN-663) tied to the pier. Base: Port Everglades State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 21, 2016) The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Toledo (SSN 769), assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 54, transits through the Arabian Gulf. CTF 54 commands operations of U.S. submarine forces (SSN/SGN) and coordinates theater-wide anti-submarine warfare matters in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

Members of the Key West Navy League and various other VIPs are brought aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS GATO (SSN-615) for a tour of the submarine. The submarine is located off the outer reef of Key West Harbor. Base: Key West State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-85-02375. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS GREENLING (SSN-614) await transportation to a picnic on shore during Unitas XXXI, an annual, joint exercise between the U.S. Navy and the naval forces of nine South American countries. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXXI Base: Cartagena Country: Colombia (COL)

Crewmen stand ready on the deck of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BILLFISH (SSN-676) as it enters port. The BILLFISH is carrying the deep submergence rescue vehicle Avalon (DSRV-2). Both are scheduled to participate in the NATO deep sea rescue exercise Sorbet Royal '92. Subject Operation/Series: SORBET ROYAL '92 Base: Naval Station, Rota Country: Spain (ESP)

Atlantic Ocean, August 16, 2010 - The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Rhode Island (SSBN 740) transits the Atlantic Ocean during its 49th strategic deterrent patrol.

Crewmen load supplies aboard a Benjamin Franklin Class nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine prior to departure to participate in Exercise Ocean Venture '81. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '81 Base: Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220902-N-GR655-0133 GROTON, Conn. (September 2, 2022) - A rescue swimmer stands topside the USS San Juan (SSN 751) as the ship returns from routine operations to Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn., Sept. 2. The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS San Juan and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) TWELVE and its primary mission is to provide attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe.

120319-N-RO948-007SASEBO, Japan (March 19, 2012) The Virginia-class submarine USS North Carolina (SSN 777) is the first Virginia-class submarine to visit Fleet Activities Sasebo. The Pearl Harbor-based vessel arrived Monday for a port visit to accommodate crew rest and replenishment.

Crewmen work to secure mooring lines on the deck of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BILLFISH (SSN-676). The BILLFISH is carrying the deep submergence rescue vehicle Avalon (DSRV-2). Both are scheduled to participate in the NATO deep sea rescue exercise Sorbet Royal '92. Subject Operation/Series: SORBET ROYAL '92 Base: Naval Station, Rota Country: Spain (ESP)

Crew members stand on the sail and diving planes of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS SHARK (SSN-591) as locomotives pull it through the Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal. The submarine is en route to the Pacific Ocean. Country: Panama (PAN)

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

Starboard Bow View of the Nuclear-Powered Attack Submarine USS Thresher (SSN-593) Underway.

The nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HELENA (SSN-725) and the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) pass one another as the HELENA heads into port at Naval Station, Norfolk, Virginia. Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-06223. Country: Unknown

A United States Navy nuclear submarine in the Pacific Ocean.

120627-N-UM744-002GROTON, Conn. (June 27, 2012) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) makes its way up the Thames River and home to Submarine Base New London. Annapolis departed Groton in January for a six-month deployment during which they operated in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 2, 2018) A landing craft, air cushion enters the well deck of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). New York is homeported in Mayport, Fla., and is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.

COCKBURN SOUND (Feb. 18, 2019) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Santa Fe (SSN 763) joins the Royal Australian Navy Collins-class submarines HMAS Collins (S73), HMAS Farncomb (S74), HMAS Dechaineux (S76) and HMAS Sheean (S77) in formation in the West Australian Exercise Area. The submarines are participating in a number of activities, including exercises Lungfish 2019 and Ocean Explorer 2019.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (April 29, 2019) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Albany (SSN 753) arrives in Port Everglades for Fleet Week Port Everglades 2019. Fleet Week Port Everglades provides an opportunity for the citizens of South Florida to witness first-hand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services and gain a better understanding of how the sea services support the maritime strategy and national defense of the United States.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS ANDREW JACKSON (SSBN-619) underway. Country: Unknown

YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 22, 2021) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) arrives at Fleet Activities Yokosuka for a scheduled port visit, June 22, 2021. Oklahoma City is forward deployed to Guam and routinely operates in the region supporting national security interests and conducting maritime security operations.

1976 - An aerial starboard quarter view of the Lafayette class nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS VON STEUBEN (SSBN 632) underway.

Country singer Lee Greenwood prepares to transfer from the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734) to a sub base C-tractor tug for return to Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Georgia. Greenwood spent a night aboard the TENNESSEE as part of his visit to the base. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS SEAHORSE (SSN-669) underway. The SEAHORSE is en route to the Mediterranean Sea as part of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A low-angle bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS HENRY L. JACKSON (SSBN 730) inside the Magnetic Silencing Facility. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Bangor State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120810-N-DI599-008YOKOSUKA, Japan (Aug. 10, 2012) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Topeka (SSN 754) is moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka during its deployment to the western Pacific region.

111031-N-UK333-033PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (Oct 31, 2011) The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Oyashio-class submarine JS Mochishio (SS 600) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to begin an annual training exercise. Mochishio will be conducting both in-port and at-sea training on undersea tactics, anti-submarine warfare and war-time strategies.

A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS OHIO (SSBN-726) as the crew assembles on the weather deck during its welcoming ceremony at Delta Pier. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Bangor State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Ice covers the diving planes of the nuclear-powered fleet ballistic submarine USS GEORGIA (SSBN-729) as the vessel comes into port. Several officers stand on the sail. Base: Naval Submarine Base, New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060130-N-3019M-004. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-89-06536. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

041025-N-0780F-038. Base: Souda Harbor State: Crete Country: Greece (GRC)

GROTON, Conn. (March 19, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Providence (SSN 719) makes its way up the Thames River to Naval Submarine Base New London following a seven-month deployment.

A port side view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS ATLANTA (SSN-712) entering the Hampton Roadstead upon returning from sea following the departure of Hurricane Felix from the area. Base: Hampton Roadstead State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Lifejacketed crewmen secure tow lines on the nuclear powered attack submarine USS SEAHORSE (SSN 669) during a passage through Gatun Lake. State: Canal Zone Country: Panama (PAN)

A bow-on view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Houston (SSN-713) mating up with the civilian tugboat Mister Mike in preparation for docking at the Point Loma Submarine Base following a deployment. Base: San Diego Harbor State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220621-N-LN285-2262 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (June 21, 2022) -- The Republic of Korea Navy submarine Shin dol seok (SS 082) pulls into Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in the 2022 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise. 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.

050812-N-1550W-019. Base: Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-89-02244. Base: Naval Station, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Blue Crew of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Wyoming (SSBN 742) prepare to hand off responsibility of the ship during an exchange of command and crews at sea. This regularly scheduled exchange of command at sea demonstrates the continuity and operational flexibility of our sea-based nuclear deterrent operations and our ready, reliable ballistic-submarine force. The efficiency of exchanges of crews at sea allows Sailors to reunite with their families and provides a ready, resilient submarine force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Xavier Saldana/Released)

DN-SC-04-10228. Country: Unknown

111214-N-UZ986-708 GULF OF THAILAND (Dec. 14, 2011) A Marine assigned to the maritime raid force aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) directs a Cambodian maritime raid force member during a training exercise aboard the ship. New Orleans, part of Amphibious Squadron 5 and the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, is part of the Cambodian Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2012. U.S. and Cambodian forces are taking part in the seven-day exercise sharing their expertise related to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief response.

DN-SN-85-08513. Base: San Pablo Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The guided missile cruiser USS PORT ROYAL (CG 73) (left), and the nuclear powered submarine USS ANNAPOLIS (SSN 760) steam in formation with the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68). The Nimitz battle group is deployed to the North Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown

PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 15, 2020) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Topeka (SSN 754) arrives in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, after completing a change of homeport from Guam, Dec. 15, 2020. Topekas ability to support a multitude of missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface ship warfare, strike warfare, surveillance and reconnaissance, has made Topeka one of the most capable submarines in the world.

120530-N-QY759-021 POLARIS POINT, Guam (May 30, 2012) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Topeka (SSN 754) prepares to come alongside the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39). Topeka is deployed to the western Pacific Ocean and Emory S. Land is on an extended deployment to Guam serving as the U.S. 7th Fleet lead afloat fleet maintenance activity from the shipÕs permanent homeport at Diego Garcia.

An aerial starboard view of the submarine USS DOLPHIN (AGSS 555) underway off the coast of Southern California. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard beam view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS POGY (SSN-647) underway. Country: Unknown

A bow view of the Sturgeon class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS FINBACK (SSN-670) tied up at pier side. Base: Port Canaveral State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine ALBANY (SSN 753) underway for sea trials prior to its commissioning. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A yard craft assists the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS TOPEKA (SSN-754) into position alongside the submarine tender USS DIXON (AS-37). The TOPEKA has arrived in port for a period of routine maintenance. Country: Bahrain (BHR)

PEARL HARBOR (June 6, 2019) Members of the Outrigger Canoe Club escort the Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Hawaii (SSN 776) as it arrives, June 6, 2019, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after completing its latest deployment.

010327-N-1110A-502. Subject Operation/Series: ARABIAN GUANTLET 2001 Country: Unknown

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