USS Nimitz and USS Patuxent Call in Chile as Part of the 2026 Southern Seas Tour VINA DEL MAR, CHILE – APRIL 19: The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz pictured and the USS Patuxent are in Valparaiso Bay as part of the 2026 Southern Ocean Tour, in Vina del Mar, Chile, on April 19, 2026. The USS Nimitz, one of the world s largest warships, will continue its voyage through the Strait of Magellan to reach its new home port on June 20. It is approximately 333 meters long and has the capacity to carry up to 90 aircraft.