Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMPACFLT) is the title of the United States Navy officer who commands the United States Pacific Fleet (USPACFLT). Originally established in 1907 as a two-star rear admiral's billet, the position has been held by a four-star admiral since March 19, 1915.
, Admiral Stephen Koehler is the 65th and current commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet.
History The position has been known by several titles since its inception. 1907 to December 6, 1922: Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CINCPACFLT) December 6, 1922 to April 1, 1931: Commander-in-Chief, Battle Fleet (CINCBATFLT) April 1, 1931 to February 1, 1941: Commander, Battle Force, United States Fleet (COMBATFOR) February 1, 1941 to October 24, 2002: Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CINCPACFLT) October 24, 2002 to present: Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMPACFLT)
List of commanders CommanderTermPortraitNameTook officeLeft officeTerm length Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CINCPACFLT) Commander-in-Chief, Battle Fleet (CINCBATFLT) Commander, Battle Force, United States Fleet (COMBATFOR) Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CINCPACFLT) Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMPACFLT)
In popular culture In the movie, Top Gun: Maverick, Val Kilmer plays Adm. Tom 'Iceman' Kazansky, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet.
See also Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command
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External links Official website U.S. Pacific Fleet Commanders