The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transit the Atlantic Ocean June 4, 2020, marking the first time a Ford-class and a ... More
Portrait, portrait. Warship photograph collection
Interior Communications Electrician Seaman Ky Keys, from Tahlequah, Oklahoma, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, poses for a photo Oct. 30, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlant... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 31, 2019) A graphic designed for
NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 31, 2019) A graphic designed for social media distribution from USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) wishing a "Happy Halloween." Features three pumpkins with Ford-centric style elements, a starry nig... More
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transit the Atlantic Ocean June 4, 2020, marking the first time a Ford-class and a ... More
Cmdr. Charles Johnson, a chaplain aboard USS Gerald
Cmdr. Charles Johnson, a chaplain aboard USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), recites a prayer prior to the committal of remains armed forces veterans during a burial at sea ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier. 35 sou... More
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) at night
The superstructure of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is seen as the ship transits the Atlantic Ocean at night Dec. 13, 2017. The Ford was underway conducting test and evaluation operations. (U... More
NORFOLK (Oct. 30, 2019) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)
NORFOLK (Oct. 30, 2019) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) prepares to moor to the pier after completing sea trials. Ford is arriving at its homeport Naval Station Norfolk for the first time since July 2018. (U.S. Nav... More
Graphic created in support of Asian and Pacific Islander
Graphic created in support of Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transit the Atlantic Ocean June 4, 2020, marking the first time a Ford-class and a ... More
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transit the Atlantic Ocean June 4, 2020, marking the first time a Ford-class and a ... More
Retail Services Specialist Seaman Apprentice Andrew
Retail Services Specialist Seaman Apprentice Andrew Reyes, from Cleveland, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) supply department, stocks groceries in Ford’s ship store Sept. 4,2020. Ford is underway in the ... More
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transit the Atlantic Ocean June 4, 2020, marking the first time a Ford-class and a ... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2020) Yeoman Seaman Mary Nimick,
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2020) Yeoman Seaman Mary Nimick, from Jacksonville, Florida, assigned to Ford’s weapons department, a member of USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) rifle team, fires three volleys during a bur... More
PCU Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) DC Training
Damage Controlman 2nd Class Gift N. Chombwe, attached to the aircraft carrier Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), trains sailors in proper hose-handling techniques during damage control traini... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va.- (May 8, 2015) Boatswain's Mate 1st
NEWPORT NEWS, Va.- (May 8, 2015) Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Mintrell Speight helps Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Quiton Pugh put on firefighting equipment during training in Damage Control Repair Locker Two aboard... More
PCU Gerald R. Ford pins new petty officers
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 1, 2015) -- Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Edward Estay, assigned to Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) has his new rank insignia pinned on by his sons during a frocking cer... More
YORKTOWN, Va. (April 1, 2016) Aviation Ordnanceman
YORKTOWN, Va. (April 1, 2016) Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Sharise Gladney, a Sailor assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), loads rounds into a M4 Carbine rifle magazine during a weapons ... More
Ombudsmand Appreciation Day
180912-N-OG138-0001 NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 14, 2018) Today we celebrate and thank USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) ombudsman for everything they do.(U.S. Navy graphic illustration by Mass Communication Specialis... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 4, 2019) Graphic representing
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 4, 2019) Graphic representing what it means to be part of the naval aviation community assigned to an aircraft carrier. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentic... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 23, 2019) Cyptologic Technician
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 23, 2019) Cyptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class Karinel Alemaralonso, from Bayamon, Peurto Rico, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) intelligence department, is pinned to her... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 19, 2019) Aviation Boatswain's
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 19, 2019) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Isaiah Gamble, left, from Charlotte, North Carolina, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Achigbue Uche, from Columbus,... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2020) A T-45 Goshawk, assigned
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2020) A T-45 Goshawk, assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, prepares to launch from USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Comp... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2020) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2020) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors conduct a foreign object debris (FOD) walk down on the flight deck before flight operations. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Compatibilit... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2020) Aviation Ordnanceman
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2020) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Joshua Montgomery, from Glastonbury, Connecticut, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) food service attendant crew, gets ready to stash away si... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2020) An FA-18F Super Hornet
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2020) An FA-18F Super Hornet and two EA-18G Growlers, all assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, perform a high-speed fly-by of USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck ... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 31, 2020) The Honorable Thomas
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 31, 2020) The Honorable Thomas Modly, acting Secretary of the Navy, talks with the Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding's advanced weapons elevators team in USS Gerald R.... More
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) transits the Atlantic Ocean,
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) transits the Atlantic Ocean, May 13, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Angel Th... More
An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the “Gladiators”
An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the “Gladiators” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, prepares to launch from USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations Aug 1, 2020. Ford is underw... More
Lt. Josiah Hedges, left, from Grass Valley, California,
Lt. Josiah Hedges, left, from Grass Valley, California, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) deck department, participates in a seamanship and navigation simulator during a visit to the Navigation, Seamans... More
Daily Operations. Warship photograph collection
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) engineering department discharge water overboard during a countermeasure wash down flush from Ford’s flight deck Sept. 8, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic... More
Flight Operations. Warship photograph collection
Landing Signal Officers (LSO) guide a A T-45C Goshawk, on it’s approach to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck Sept. 10, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.... More
Flight Operations. Warship photograph collection
A T-45C Goshawk, attached to Training Air Wing 2, approaches USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck Sept. 10, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo ... More
Flight Operations. Warship photograph collection
A T-45C Goshawk, attached to Training Air Wing 2, prepares to launch from USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck Sept. 11, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S... More
Admiral. Warship photograph collection
Rear Adm. Craig Claperton, commander, Carrier Strike Group 12, returns salutes from USS Gerald R. Ford’s rainbow side boys, as he is rung aboard on the ship’s flight deck Sept. 12, 2020. Claperton visited Ford ... More
Flight Operations. Warship photograph collection
A T-45C Goshawk, attached to Training Air Wing 1, approaches USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations Sept. 13, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualific... More
Blue Jacket of the Quarter
Culinary Specialist Seaman Trudy-Ann Allison assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department poses for a portrait for winning Blue Jacket of the Quarter Oct 22, 2020. Ford is in port Naval Station N... More
Flight Ops. Warship photograph collection
Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Tuesday Silvers, from Levonan, Indiana, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, sorts care packages in the ship’s hangar bay Nov. 4, 2020. Ford is in port, co... More
Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 1st Class Kenneth
Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 1st Class Kenneth Fells, from Palatka, Florida, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) air department, signals to an F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the "Blacklions" of... More
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) fire
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) fire M9 pistols at targets during a live fire exercise Feb. 3, 2021. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 11, 2017) -- Lt. Amanda Murray,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 11, 2017) -- Lt. Amanda Murray, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), receives her Surface Warfare Medical Department Officer certificate from Capt. Richard McCorma... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 29, 2015) – Newport News
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 29, 2015) – Newport News Shipbuilders crane weighted sleds aboard Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) in preparation for testing the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launching System... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 14, 2015) Information Systems
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 14, 2015) Information Systems Technician 1st Class Heather Edbauer and Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Marissa Toepfer, attached to Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78... More
HAMPTON, Va. (Sept. 16, 2015) Newly promoted chief
HAMPTON, Va. (Sept. 16, 2015) Newly promoted chief petty officers assigned to Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) sing anchors aweigh during a pinning ceremony held at the Hampton Convention Center. ... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 2, 2015 ) Ens. Jeff Simmons receives
NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 2, 2015 ) Ens. Jeff Simmons receives a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal from Cmdr. Robert Kurtz prior to his commissioning as a limited duty officer (LDO). Simmons, who was assigned t... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 16, 2015) -- Logistics Specialist
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 16, 2015) -- Logistics Specialist Seaman Jarvis Lacey, left, and Operations Specialist Seaman Daiquon Evans, assigned to Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) wax the galley flo... More
Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Collins Vall, from
Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Collins Vall, from Detroit, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department, conducts maintenance on a bracket in Ford's jet shop March... More
An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the "Gladiators"
An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the "Gladiators" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, performs a "touch and go" on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations March 27, 2020. Ford i... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 23, 2019) Cyptologic Technician
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 23, 2019) Cyptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class Karinel Alemaralonso, from Bayamon, Peurto Rico, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) intelligence department, is pinned to her... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 30, 2019) Cmdr. David
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 30, 2019) Cmdr. David Kawesi-Mukooza, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) departing senior intelligence officer, is presented with his Meritorious Service Medal certificate by Capt. John J. C... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 17, 2019) Chief Warrant Officer
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 17, 2019) Chief Warrant Officer Daniel Frey, from Prattville, Alabama, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, receives his Navy and Marine Corps Commendatio... More
NORFOLK (Oct. 30, 2019) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)
NORFOLK (Oct. 30, 2019) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) prepares to moor to the pier after completing sea trials. Ford is arriving at its homeport Naval Station Norfolk for the first time since July 2018. (U.S. Nav... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 4, 2019) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 4, 2019) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Robert Ashman, from Virginia Beach, Virginia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, participates in tricycle race hosted by Ford's m... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2019) Seaman Christopher Barton,
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2019) Seaman Christopher Barton, from Norwich, New York, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) deck department, is presented with his "Wolverine of the Day" certificate by Capt. John... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2019) Members of USS Gerald
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2019) Members of USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) wardroom serves ice cream to the crew during a social event on the ship's mess decks. Ford is currently underway conducting an independent... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters,
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters, assigned to the "Tridents" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, power down after flight operations on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck.... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2020) Aviation Ordnanceman
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2020) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Guillermo Merced, from Bayamon, Puerto Rico, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, is presented with his "Wolverine of the D... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 2nd
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Chantelle Ponder, from Valdosta, Georgia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) medical department, is interviewed by Mass Communication Specialist... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2020) A C-2A Greyhound, assigned
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2020) A C-2A Greyhound, assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20, prepares to launch from USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Co... More
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department, participate in a foreign object debris walkdown during flight operations Oct. 28, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrie... More
An E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, attached to the “Bluetails”
An E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, attached to the “Bluetails” of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 121, taxis on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck Oct. 29, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean... More
Sailor aboard USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) run on Ford’s
Sailor aboard USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) run on Ford’s flight deck for a 5k event. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting an independent steaming event. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specia... More
Quartermaster 3rd Class Kaitlynn Barton, from Cortland,
Quartermaster 3rd Class Kaitlynn Barton, from Cortland, New York, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) navigation department, speaks on the sound-powered telephone in the ship’s pilot house during a sea an... More
Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Elario
Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Elario Cintora, from Arlington, Texas, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department, services hydraulic fluid on an aircraf... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Apr. 7, 2016)—Capt. John F. Meier,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Apr. 7, 2016)—Capt. John F. Meier, commanding officer of Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), is rung aboard during a statue unveiling in the ship's hangar bay. The statue depicts ... More
Airman Ashley Kimmons, from Pensacola, Florida, assigned
Airman Ashley Kimmons, from Pensacola, Florida, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, performs routine maintenance on a .50 caliber machine gun mount on the ship's fantail May 13, 2020. ... More
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Oct. 12, 2019) Sailors assigned
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Oct. 12, 2019) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department talk during the 2019 Hampton Roads Navy Ball at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. The ball was in cele... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 20, 2019) Sailors assigned
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 20, 2019) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) compete in a Monopoly tournament hosted by Ford's Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) division in the ship’s mess decks. Ford i... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 19, 2019) Chief Information Systems
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 19, 2019) Chief Information Systems Technician Robert Hall, from Mathews, Virginia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, is presented with his Navy and Marin... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 23, 2019) Sailors assigned to
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 23, 2019) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) crash and salvage division move an F/A-18 Hornet training shell after a simulated personnel extraction during a general quarters ... More
NORFOLK (Dec. 2, 2019) Chief Master-at-Arms Brooks
NORFOLK (Dec. 2, 2019) Chief Master-at-Arms Brooks Gregory, from Chesapeake, Virginia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) security department, returns the salutes of Ford's Chiefs Mess as he is piped ash... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2020) Aviation Structural
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2020) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Kyle Lee, from Linden, Texas, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department (AIMD), troubleshoots a... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 31, 2020) The Honorable Thomas
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 31, 2020) The Honorable Thomas Modly, acting Secretary of the Navy, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Louis Mountain, from Seat Pleasant, Maryland, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's ... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2020) Aviation Maintenance
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2020) Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 3rd Class Alejandro Dominguez, from Helotes, Texas, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department, m... More
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department, cross the ship's landing area on the flight deck April 3, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. ... More
A Huntington Ingalls Industries Newport News Shipbuilding
A Huntington Ingalls Industries Newport News Shipbuilding engineer grinds in USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) Lower Stage Weapons Elevator (LSWE) 1, July 18, 2020, during final days prior to certification. Ford is... More
An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the “Gladiators”
An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the “Gladiators” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, is taxied on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations July 30, 2020. Ford is underway in the... More
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department conduct a JETI run on an F-18 jet engine on Ford's fantail Aug. 3, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean con... More
Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Luis Gonzalez, right,
Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Luis Gonzalez, right, from Anchorage, Alaska, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, transports inert ammunition through the hangar bay during an ammunition... More
Culinary Specialist Seaman James Charles from Detroit
Culinary Specialist Seaman James Charles from Detroit assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, prepare ribs in Ford's mess deck Sept. 24, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conduct... More
Maj. Gen. Bruce Hackett (right), commanding general,
Maj. Gen. Bruce Hackett (right), commanding general, U.S. Army 80th Training Command, and Capt. J.J. Cummings, commanding officer of USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) discuss joint operations in the CO's inport cabin... More
Airman Chris Peralta, from New York, assigned to USS
Airman Chris Peralta, from New York, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, gathers hazardous material together for pick up in the ship’s hazmat locker Nov. 2, 2020. Ford is underway in th... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 14, 2015) Pre-commissioning
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 14, 2015) Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors load Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) bottles aboard the ship in preparation for crew move aboard later this summer. (U.S... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 23, 2019) Cyptologic Technician
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 23, 2019) Cyptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class Karinel Alemaralonso, from Bayamon, Peurto Rico, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) intelligence department, is pinned to her... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 15, 2019) Gunner's Mate Seaman
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 15, 2019) Gunner's Mate Seaman Marcy Luinstra, from New Orleans, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, receives her DITS Wolverine of the Week Certificate from Capt.... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 21, 2019) Aviation Support Equipment
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 21, 2019) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Bailey Walker, from Smithfield, Virginia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department, c... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 22, 2019) Aviation Boatswain's
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 22, 2019) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Davonte Ellis, from Oakland, California, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department, walks around an F/A-18 Hornet tra... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) Landing Signal Officers
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) Landing Signal Officers assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department wait for incoming aircraft during flight operations. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Compati... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2020) A C-2A Greyhound, assigned
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2020) A C-2A Greyhound, assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20, prepares to land aboard USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Co... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2020) Aviation Structural
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2020) Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Daniel Crosby, from Fort. Still, Oklahoma, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department (AIMD), tr... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2020) Sailors assigned to
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2020) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department prepare to move an F/A-18F Super Hornet, left, and an EA-18G Growler, right, both assigned to Air Test and Evaluat... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2020) An FA-18F Super Hornet
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2020) An FA-18F Super Hornet and two EA-18G Growlers, all assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, perform a high-speed fly-by of USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck ... More
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors conduct a foreign
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors conduct a foreign object debris (FOD) walk down on Ford's flight deck before flight operations March 28, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier quali... More
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transit the Atlantic Ocean June 4, 2020, marking the first time a Ford-class and a ... More
An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the “Gladiators”
An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the “Gladiators” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, prepares to launch from USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations Aug 1, 2020. Ford is underw... More
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) conducts special performance
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) conducts special performance trials Sept. 22, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting special performance trials to set the baseline for how the Ford-class will condu... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 14, 2017) -Pre-Commissioning
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 14, 2017) -Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors toss a heaving line as the ship arrives at Naval Station Norfolk after completing builder’s sea trials off the coast. T... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 17, 2015)—Interior Communications
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 17, 2015)—Interior Communications Electrician Seaman Cenise Brown, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), inspects Emergency Escape Breathing Device containers aboa... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 5, 2015) Master Chief Information
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 5, 2015) Master Chief Information Systems Technician Pamela White, assigned to Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), receives her master chief petty officer cover during a frock... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 23, 2015) – Pre-commissioning
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 23, 2015) – Pre-commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) First Class Petty Officers’ Association serves lunch to Sailors in the ship’s galley. The first class petty officers showed th... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 21, 2019) Sailors assigned
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 21, 2019) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) compete in a spades tournament on the ship's mess decks. Ford is currently making final preparations to get underway for the fir... More