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STEP UP TO THE ULTIMATE NAVY EXPERIENCE.

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ENTER THE STRIKE GROUP

 

Do you have what it takes? Sail aboard an aircraft carrier in virtual reality. Fly our most powerful fighter jet. Train like a Navy SEAL. Explore the possibilities of life in the Navy.

 

Plus, get the chance to talk with real Sailors and learn more about top STEM careers in America’s Navy. Find out if The Strike Group event is coming to your area.

WHAT TO EXPECT

 

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Discover Navy careers that match your goals with our AI-powered quiz.

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Navigate storm waters to weld and repair a dock in Operation Sea Legs.

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Jump into the cockpit of our F-35 flight simulator and take on a tough mission.

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Command a Navy flight deck and launch our most powerful jet in 360° virtual reality.

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Take on one of four roles and work as a team in this immersive, submarine environment.

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Learn more about Navy ships, equipment and our humanitarian missions around the world.

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Put yourself to the test, as our virtual Navy SEAL instructor puts you through your paces.

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Chat with Sailors in real life. Ask questions. Discover the possibilities.

THE STRIKE GROUP EVENTS

THE STRIKE GROUP EVENTS

JUNE 19-21: NASCAR San Diego (San Diego, CA)

Location:

Naval Air Station North Island
300 Alameda Blvd
Coronado, CA 92118

Tickets:

https://www.nascarsandiego.com/events/nascar-cup-series/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JUNE 19-23: Sail 250® Norfolk Fleet Week (Norfolk, VA)

Location:

Greater Norfolk, VA

Tickets:

https://sail250virginia.com/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JUNE 27-28: Blue Angels @ Sail 250® Maryland and Airshow Baltimore (Baltimore, MD)

Location:

Greater Baltimore, MD

Tickets:

https://www.sail250md.org/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JUNE 28: Great American State Fair (Washington, DC)

Location:

The National Mall
Washington, DC 20565

Tickets:

https://freedom250.org/celebration/the-great-american-state-fair 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JULY 5-6: Blue Angels @ Sail 250® Four-Leaf Air Show (Wantagh, NY)

Location:

Jones Beach State Park
1 Ocean Parkway
Wantagh, NY 11793

Tickets:

https://www.fourleafairshow.com/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JULY 11-16: Sail 250® Boston Fleet Week (Boston, MA)

Location:

Greater Boston, MA

Tickets:

https://www.sailboston.com/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JULY 17-18: Arizona Home School Conference (Phoenix, AZ)

Location:

Phoenix Convention Center
100 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Tickets:

https://afhe.org/convention/essentials/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JULY 20-26: EAA Oshkosh (Oshkosh, WI)

Location:

EAA Aviation Museum
3000 Poberezny Rd
Oshkosh, WI 54902

Tickets:

https://www.eaa.org/airventure 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JULY 23-30: Scouts Jamboree 2026 (Glen Jean, WV)

Location:

Summit Bechtel Reserve
2550 Jack Furst Dr
Glen Jean, WV 25846

Tickets:

https://jamboree.scouting.org/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

JULY 31-AUG 2: Seattle Seafair (Seattle, WA)

Location:

Genesee Park and Playfield
4316 S Genesee St
Seattle, WA 98118

Tickets:

https://www.seafair.org/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

AUG 14-15: Richmond NASCAR Race (Richmond, VA)

Location:

Richmond Raceway
600 E Laburnum Ave
Richmond, VA 23222

Tickets:

https://www.richmondraceway.com/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

AUG 14-16: Oregon International Air Show (McMinnville, OR)

Location:

McMinnville Airport 
4000 SE Cirrus Ave
McMinnville, OR 97128

Tickets:

https://oregonairshow.com/ 

Additional Details:

The Strike Group, a cutting-edge, multi-scenario, mobile mixed-reality experience provides users with a hands-on look into the technology and teamwork that are central to every role in the Navy. Whether that's experiencing firsthand what it takes to launch an F35-C jet, fly a full-motion flight simulator, or take on the role of a Navy diver and drive a boat to a location after a storm and help repair a damaged pier, you will find the right path for you.

 

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