Daryl Caudle has directed that the Navy ships that transport Marines into war zones be commanded by surface warfare officers instead of aviators. The change applies to amphibious assault ships, ...
On April 24, 2026, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle signed a formal memorandum directing that only Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) will be eligible to command U.S. Navy amphibious warships.
The U.S. Navy will require all amphibious warships to be commanded by surface warfare officers starting in fiscal 2028, ending a decades-long tradition of aviator leadership in these roles. Chief of ...
An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter prepares to take off from the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli on April 17, 2026. (U.S. Navy) Surface warfare officers will soon assume ...
Discover the 5 highest-paid US Navy pilot ranks in 2026, from Commanders to Admirals, and how aviation careers reach $225,000 ...
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