USS Truman is coming

After operating in the North Sea as part of the Steadfast Noon exercise, the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-79) and its Carrier Strike Group (CSG) are heading south, transiting through the English Channel on Sunday.

USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier southbound in the Dover Strait – November 17, 2024 #ussharrystruman #cvn75

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The group’s position has been highlighted by the flight path of a U.S. Navy Grumman C-2A observed last evening.

Reports suggest that the carrier is expected to enter the Mediterranean in the coming days.

Composition of Carrier Strike Group 8 (CSG 8):

Carrier:

• USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75): Homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia.

Carrier Air Wing 1:

1. Strike Fighter Squadrons:
   • “Red Rippers” (VFA-11) – F/A-18F from Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia.
   • “Pukin’ Dogs” (VFA-143) – F/A-18E from Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia.
   • “Sunliners” (VFA-81) – F/A-18E from Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia.
   • “Knighthawks” (VFA-136) – F/A-18E from Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia.
2. Electronic Attack Squadron:
   • “Main Battery” (VAQ-144) – EA-18G from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington.
3. Airborne Command and Control Squadron:
   • “Seahawks” (VAW-126) – E-2D from Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia.
4. Fleet Logistics Squadron:
   • “Rawhides” (VRC-40 Detachment) – C-2A from Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia.
5. Helicopter Squadrons:
   • “Proud Warriors” (HSM-72) – MH-60R from Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia.
   • “Dragonslayers” (HSC-11) – MH-60S from Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida.