USS Abraham Lincoln docks in San Diego after 10‑month mission
Families gather as the USS Abraham Lincoln returns to San Diego after a record‑setting 10‑month deployment in Middle‑Eastern waters, supporting U.S. efforts against Iran.
The 12‑jet aircraft carrier spent more than 300 nights at sea, making it one of the longest assignments ever logged for a U.S. warship. Families and crew members lined the docks, cheering as the vessel berths in San Diego Port after weeks of airborne operations, sea‑surveillance and humanitarian outreach.
U.S. Navy officials praised the ship’s crew for maintaining combat readiness while supporting international partners. The deployment showcased the carrier’s endurance and the crew’s ability to adapt to changing security challenges in a pivotal region.
