NOAA Fleet Week 2025!
As we prepare to enter field season for many NOAA research projects, we are planning for the second-ever NOAA Fleet Week. Aligning with the tradition of Fleet Weeks, during which the public can experience active military ships and aircraft, NOAA is offering virtual “behind the scenes” access to the NOAA fleet April 7-11 through social media content, web stories, video features and more. Join us that week to learn more about the platforms and people behind NOAA’s science, service, and stewardship mission.
Check back here for stories and follow us on our social media channels using #NOAAFleetWeek.
Letter from Leadership for NOAA Fleet Week 2025
On behalf of NOAA Marine and Aviation Operations, we welcome you to the second annual NOAA Fleet Week.
Fleet Weeks are a longstanding tradition in the United States that offer opportunities to engage with the ships, aircraft, personnel and other assets that support our nation. All while learning about their invaluable contributions to national safety, security and prosperity. We are proud to pay homage to this custom by showcasing the NOAA vessels, aircraft, uncrewed systems and dedicated workforce that make NOAA science, service and stewardship possible.
Advancing the efficient, effective and safe acquisition of NOAA’s mission critical data is at the core of what we do. Data gathered from our platforms is used to produce weather forecasts, update nautical charts for maritime navigation, maintain America’s productive and healthy fisheries, respond to natural disasters and much more. Our skilled workforce–including civilian and commissioned personnel–work around the clock to make sure these services can be provided.
Since our last NOAA Fleet Week, our platforms and people have engaged in important work. We invite you to learn more about that work and the future of our fleet through a series of engaging web stories, videos, social media content and in-person events throughout the week of April 7-11.
Thank you for tuning in and for supporting #NOAAFleetWeek.
Sincerely,
Rear Admiral Chad Cary
Director, NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps and
Office of Marine and Aviation Operations
Research Flight Facility, a sign of the times
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Congratulations to NOAA Corps' newest officers
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Follow along with the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer while at sea
Join the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer and crew on her current science campaign- Beyond the Blue: Illuminating the Pacific. From April 8-May 5, NOAA Ocean Exploration will lead a 28-day remotely operated vehicle and mapping expedition from the NOAA ship.
Uncrewed systems integrated into hurricane season research
Learn more about how NOAA works with partners to support hurricane research using uncrewed systems.
DIY the NOAA Fleet
Add your own creative flair to the NOAA fleet using the NOAA Marine and Aviation Operations Coloring Book.
The people behind NOAA’s Fleet
Get to NOAA-Us! Check back in throughout NOAA Fleet Week to get to know the terrific workforce that contributes to NOAA's fleet.
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NOAA Corps recognizes 102-year-old retired officer
Read more about the NOAA Corps tribute to Capt. (ret.) Leonard (Sam) Baker.
U.S. Public Health Service Officers
Read more about the U.S. Public Health Service.
Garret Mayer, Hydrographic Senior Survey Technician
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Go for launch
Meet the new ships being built for NOAA and learn about their most recent milestones.
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