USS Nimitz

Science and Technology

The oldest nuclear aircraft carrier still in operation in the world is currently on Brazilian soil making its final journey before retirement, and two American military planes landed in Salvador and Fortaleza to support the mission.

Maria Heloisa Barbosa Borges 25/05/2026 at 23:15

Science and Technology

USA sends nuclear aircraft carrier Nimitz to the Caribbean and increases diplomatic suspense with Cuba after new accusation against Raúl Castro reignites historical tension

Viviane Alves 21/05/2026 at 22:13

Geopolitics

Nuclear aircraft carrier USS Nimitz appears in Rio de Janeiro and causes the Navy to activate a radiological operation full of protocols in Guanabara Bay.

Caio Aviz 09/05/2026 at 19:26

Armed Forces

Even without the use of fighter jets, the Brazilian Navy draws attention by training with U.S. aircraft carriers using helicopters and a submarine.

Felipe Alves da Silva 24/04/2026 at 13:16

Interesting facts

Nuclear aircraft carrier USS Nimitz, the oldest still in operation, arrives in Rio for Operation Southern Seas 2026, the largest naval exercise by the U.S. on the continent since 2007, with joint maneuvers and scheduled stops in ten countries, including Brazil, Chile, Panama, and Jamaica.

Carla Teles 22/04/2026 at 17:47

Armed Forces

With Over 330 Meters and About to Retire After Half a Century of Service, the Oldest Aircraft Carrier in the U.S., USS Nimitz (CVN-68), May Cross the Coast of Brazil During Its Final Voyage Before Deactivation

Ruth Rodrigues 10/03/2026 at 09:14