The Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln departed Laem Chabang, Thailand, on September 6, 2026, to resume routine operations within the US 7th Fleet. The flagship of Carrier Strike Group 3 completed a five-day port visit aimed at allowing the crew to recharge after extended sea duty.
The aircraft carrier arrived in Thailand on September 2, 2026, following a 286-day deployment at sea that included participation in the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. During the port visit, nearly 5,000 sailors and marines visited the Sri Racha and Pattaya regions through events organized by the US Navy's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation program alongside local businesses.
US Navy Capt. Dan Keeler, Commanding Officer of USS Abraham Lincoln, thanked Thai hosts for their hospitality, noting that the break was a key highlight for the strike group as personnel prepare to continue their regional operational mission.
