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Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet

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.

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 ==
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==
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