The CVN 78 Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier program introduces a new class of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. It uses the same hull form as the CVN 68 Nimitz-class but introduces a multitude of new ship systems. Read full analysis at this link ...
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| The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) steams in the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 27, 2019, for the first time since July 2018. Gerald R. Ford is conducting sea trials following its 15 month post-shakedown availability. October 27, 2019. (Picture source US Navy) |
