USS Langley (CV-1)

USS Langley (CV 1), converted from the collier USS Jupiter (AC 3), was placed in commission at Norfolk, Va., on 20 March 1922 as the Navy's first aircraft carrier.

17 June 1922 -- LANGLEY

     Unattached until ready to relieve Aroostook; prior to proceeding to the Pacific Coast the Langley will conduct flying off and flying on experiments with operating allowance of planes previously authorized.  At the earliest practicable date, proceed to San Diego and relieve Aroostook as flagship of Aircraft Squadrons Battle Fleet.  Thereafter act as base for all personnel of Fighting Plane Squadron 3 until train ships, to be designated later, are equipped to receive planes; thereafter act as base for personnel of Fighting Plane Squadron 3 less sections on train ships, Observation Plane Squadron 1 less section on battleships, and Observation Squadron 3 less sections on Scout Cruisers.

On 21 April 1937 the USS Langley was changed to (AV 3) and on 27 February 1942 was lost in enemy action.

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