Named after WWII Pacific fleet commander Chester W. Nimitz. Commissioned in 1975 as CVN-68, later redesignated for multi-mission capability. Built by Newport News Shipbuilding for $106.5 million contract
Navy officers have pay grades from W-1 (warrant officer) to O-10 (flag officer). Warrant officers (W-2-W-5) are appointed via commission. Chief warrant officers (CWO2-CWO5) are appointed via commission
LAV-25 is an eight-wheeled amphibious armored reconnaissance vehicle. Program started in 1981 with three contractor submissions. General Motors selected in 1982 for 969-vehicle contract. Army dropped out due to funding issues, Marine Corps secured 758 vehicles
US Navy has approximately 470 active and reserve ships. Approximately 50 ships scheduled for retirement by 2028. 95 new ships in planning, ordering, or under construction
US Navy has 243 active fleet units, including 11 aircraft carriers. Fleet core consists of 131 destroyers and 68 submarines. Service ranks 1st globally among 39 naval powers. Median hull age is 24.2 years
Navy requires strict body fat percentage limits for military personnel. Body fat percentage is more accurate than BMI for military personnel. Standards apply to ages 18-40+ with different limits for males and females