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September Q&A with Aaron

Lots of things happening right now. Here you will get a peek behind the scenes of what is going on.

Jive Turkey Discord is Live: https://discord.gg/pNTJq576

That is your invite to more chill, video game and military sim community side our house. Click the invite, l...

Research notes on Oceangate Titan

Here is my information from the USCG hearings on the Oceangate Titan submersible. Lots of mistakes were made.

Izumo-class Sub Brief

The Izumo-class warships are a class of helicopter destroyers operated by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). These vessels are among the largest and most capable ships in the JMSDF fleet, designed primarily for anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and maritime patrol missions. With advancements in technology and evolving defense strategies, ...

Izumo-class Audio Brief

Audio only briefing for your mobile devices and easy download.

Steregushchiy-class Corvette Ship Brief

The Steregushchiy-class corvette, also known as Project 20380, is a class of multipurpose corvettes designed by the Almaz Central Marine Design Bureau for the Russian Navy. The corvette is intended for littoral zone operations, engaging surface ships, submarines, and airborne targets, either independently or as part of a task force.

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Stereguschiy-class Audio Brief

Audio Only version of the Stereguschiy Ship Brief for your mobile devices and easy download.

Steregushchiy-class photos

Photos used in the Stereguschiy lecture.

September Shift to Asia

Russia's Stereguschiy class Ship Brief wraps up the Russia fleet this month and we move to Japan. Japan's navy has undergone a major upgrade in capability centered around the United States Aegis combat system. From Aegis Ashore to Aegis at sea, Japan has become a major naval power in their region.

Beginning this month and for the rest o...

Kirov Modernization Ship Brief (audio fixed)

Fixed the audio issue.

Updated for the Admiral Nakhimov modernization and new capabilities of the Peter Velikiy, the last of the Kirov-class. As of 2024, the modernized versions, notably Admiral Nakhimov and Pyotr Velikiy, feature extensive upgrades to their weaponry and electronics.

 Missile Systems: The outdated P-700 Granit ...

Kirov-class Photo Library (2024)

Photos for the Kirov class warship.

Wrapping up this lecture today. Will be posted soon.

Kirov 2024 Modernization Audio Brief

The audio brief for your mobile devices and easy download.

Nord Stream Sabotage Update (Aug 2024)

Nearly two years since the attacks damaging NS 1 & 2, Germany has issued a warrant for the arrest of Volodmyr Z. A Ukrainian scuba diver living in Poland.

August '24 Q&A with Aaron

This one starts a little heavy, sorry. I talk about my struggle with mental illness and social media. Trying to make a living online with a mental disorder is tough and sometimes funny. Today, this week, was tough.

Philippines get $32 investment in their Airforce base that U.S. uses.

Marine Corp aviation investigation of last year...

Abraham Lincoln CVN-72 CSG Pacific Transit

CVN 72, currently under 7th Fleet command, is on its way to the 5th Fleet for deployment. Currently West of Guam, transiting South China Sea and eventually into the Indian Ocean. Expected to participate in convoy escorts near Yemen. (not confirmed)

Taiwan Troops Training at Camp Grayling, Michigan

I stumbled across something unexpected this month. My wife's military ID was due to be replaced/updated and the closest military base is Camp Grayling, Michigan.

We get there, it's very small base facility area, just a few buildings in the middle of 'No-Where' Michigan. But, it is surrounded by 148,000 acres of woodland, lakes and firing r...

Yasen-M Sub Brief (Post Cuba Visit 2024)

The Russian Navy's Yasen Modernized SSGN (Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile Submarine), also known as Project 885M Yasen-M, is an advanced nuclear-powered submarine designed to enhance the capabilities of the Russian Navy.

Here’s a detailed technical summary:

General Specifications • Class: Yasen-M (Project 885M) • Displacement: A...

Yasen-M class Photos

Photos used in the Yasen-M Sub Brief.

Welcome to August 2024!

It is so hot right now, I hope you are staying cool. Mrs. and I even talked about moving to Canada, ha. August is going to be a great month to stay inside and binge Sub Briefs.

Russia's Kazan SSGN visited Cuba earlier this summer and I thought it was a good opportunity to update our old 2022 Yasen-class Sub Brief with all the new data we'v...

7 year Anniversary Q & A Edition

How it started and How it's going.

China and Russia Pacific Fleet operations.

Alaska representative asks for stronger military presence in his state.

Q&A your July questions.

Please help me grow in the Sub Brief Patreon so we can do more and continue to improve. Thank you very much.

SUBSCOL Damage Control "Wet Trainer"

This is pretty fun. I only got to do this a couple times because there is limited spaces and it's important to get the young sailors some experience.

Aussie and US sailors training together. Great to see.

Credit: DoD/US Navy photographer Lauren Laughlin

Gerald R Ford Class Ship Brief

The Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers (CVN 78 class) are the latest generation of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers being built for the United States Navy. These carriers are designed to replace the older Nimitz-class carriers, offering significant advancements in technology, operational capabilities, and efficiency. Below is a detailed tec...

Gerald R Ford class CVN Audio Brief

Audio only version of the Ford Class Ship Brief for easy download and your mobile devices.

Gerald R Ford class Photo Library

Behold the Thiccness...

The Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers (CVN 78 class) are the latest generation of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers being built for the United States Navy. These carriers are designed to replace the older Nimitz-class carriers, offering significant advancements in technology, operational capabilities, and effic...

Columbia SSBN Delayed 16 months but on *budget

As promised, I am following the development of of the Columbia-class SSBN program. The latest report is the first hull will be delivered 16 months late, but at a slightly lower estimated Unit Cost.

This is R&D and Procurement cost.*

Three of the Nine new technologies are not tested. Two are expected to be tested by 2025 and the ...

Happy Independence Day!

I love the United States. I love the idea of what the U.S. stands for and the People who believe in the dream. The freedom to pursue happiness without persecution. We are not perfect but we strive to become a more perfect union.

Celebrate with me this holiday weekend. Cook something on the grill, detonate unsanctioned fireworks you bou...

Arleigh Burke DDG Ship Brief

The Arleigh Burke-class destroyers are a class of guided missile destroyers built for the United States Navy. Named after Admiral Arleigh Burke, the class incorporates several advanced technologies and design features to enhance their combat capabilities and survivability. The class is divided into multiple flights, each representing an evolutio...

Arleigh Burke Audio Brief

Audio only version of the Arleigh Burke Ship Brief for you mobile devices. Easy to download.

Arleigh Burke DDG Photo Library

Lots of photos courtesy of the USN/DoD.

A Steel Sea

Welcome to July 2024! This month we focus on all 4 variants of the Arleigh Burke DDG class. This huge lecture is in it's final production stage and will be out this week.

Remember to place your Q&A questions in this comment section.

Have a great July!

-Aaron

Best Moments in the Navy

Most of my favorite US Navy memories is standing watch with some of the most funny people I have ever met. Many watches were hours of comedy gold. Don't be fooled by the mild mannered appearance of the sonar tech, they are freaks.