Aircraft Carriers of US Navy

AIRCRAFT CARRIERS of the US NAVY is the definitive reference app for every US Navy aircraft carrier ever commissioned. Featuring over 500 high-quality photographs and comprehensive histories, this app brings to life a century of naval aviation — from the first converted collier USS Langley (CV-1) to the nuclear supercarrier USS Gerald Ford (CVN-78).

Browse 166 aircraft carriers across 21 classes, including fleet carriers, light carriers, and escort carriers. Every ship includes a detailed history drawn from the authoritative Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships, with newer carrier histories written by Historycentral.

FEATURES:

• Over 500 high-resolution photographs with optional captions describing when and where each photo was taken
• Pinch-to-zoom on every photo to examine flight decks, island structures, aircraft, and naval architecture in extraordinary detail
• Browse by class with separate sections for Fleet Carriers and Escort Carriers
• Alphabetical and chronological browsing with thumbnail photos
• Full-text search across all carrier histories
• Export and share photos directly from the app
• Optimized for both iPhone and iPad
• Completely self-contained — no internet connection required

CARRIER CLASSES COVERED:

Fleet Carriers: Langley, Lexington, Ranger, Yorktown, Wasp, Essex, Independence, Midway, Saipan, Forrestal, Kitty Hawk, Enterprise, John F. Kennedy, Nimitz, and Gerald Ford classes.

Escort Carriers: Long Island, Bogue, Sangamon, Charger, Casablanca, and Commencement Bay classes.

From the legendary USS Enterprise (CV-6), the most decorated warship of World War II, to the mighty Nimitz-class supercarriers that project American power across the globe — discover the complete story of US Navy aircraft carriers.

Pro upgrade unlocks full search, photo export, and access to every carrier in the database.