How big of a fleet? A look at the US Navy's size and readiness needs

Absent the personnel and support needed, additional ships could spend more time at the piers and be less capable at sea.

The last thing the Navy needs is another congressional panel - Breaking Defense

Military Ships and Naval Vessels

Blog Posts in Operational Readiness

Why China isn't ahead of the US Navy, even with more ships

RAND: What the U.S. Navy Really Needs, by Dr. Bradley Martin - Naval News

Here's the Entire U.S. Navy Fleet in One Chart

Navy wants more ships but lacks the sailors to fill them.

Bradley Martin - Profile

US Navy Pacific Fleet at breaking point

Twin reports find US Navy struggling with fleet management - Naval Technology

The Navy Doesn't Need Another Carrier Right Now, Admiral Nominated to Lead Pacific Ops Says

Transportation Technology

Is the U.S. Navy too small?

An Analysis of the Navy's Fiscal Year 2023 Shipbuilding Plan