What is the maximum period a Carrier Strike Group can expect to remain surge-ready under the Fleet Response Plan?

The maximum period a Carrier Strike Group can expect to remain surge-ready under the Fleet Response Plan is 16 months. This duration is established based on operational guidelines designed to ensure that Carrier Strike Groups can respond to global emergencies and fulfill national defense obligations without compromising maintenance and readiness standards.

Remaining surge-ready for this length of time allows for adequate training, logistical support, and the ability to address personnel needs and equipment readiness, ensuring that the strike group can be deployed quickly if necessary. This structured timeline balances readiness with sustainability, allowing the Navy to effectively posture its forces while maintaining the high operational standards that are critical in military readiness and national defense.