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
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
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
NORFOLK, Va. (July 3, 2018) Aviation Support Equipment
NORFOLK, Va. (July 3, 2018) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 1st Class Chanelle Jordan, from Hawaii, places a lei on Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Antonio Rivera, from Frankurt, Germany, both 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
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
The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), with
The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), with personnel from Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding Division, conducts a weighted inclining experiment at Naval Station Norfolk, April 1... 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
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
NORFOLK, Va. (March 2, 2018) USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN
NORFOLK, Va. (March 2, 2018) USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) hockey team plays a game against USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) at the Norfolk Scope Arena. Teams participated in the annual Blue-Gold Game supporting th... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 24, 2015) –Ship’s Serviceman
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 24, 2015) –Ship’s Serviceman 3rd Class Yolonda Butler, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is pinned to third class petty officer as one of the ship’s first 11 Sai... 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 ... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Apr. 8, 2016) -- Cmdr. Julie Treanor,
NORFOLK, Va. (Apr. 8, 2016) -- Cmdr. Julie Treanor, supply officer aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), awards Master Chief Ship's Serviceman Kenneth Carter a Meritorious Service Medal during ... More
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 18, 2018) Former Master
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 18, 2018) Former Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Duane Bushey delivers remarks during USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony at the Sandler Center. ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va., (Apr. 22, 2016) Sailors assigned
NEWPORT NEWS, Va., (Apr. 22, 2016) Sailors assigned to USS Enterprise (CVN 65), USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) participate in a Sexual Assault Prevention and Res... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 3, 2016) – Aviation Boatswain's
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 3, 2016) – Aviation Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Ryan Little, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), sings during the ship's first karaoke night hosted by the Morale, Welfar... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 13, 2016) -- Lt. Cmdr. Michael
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 13, 2016) -- Lt. Cmdr. Michael Stone, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), is rung aboard during his retirement ceremony in the ship's forecastle. Ford is the first... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 31, 2016) -- Ship's Serviceman
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 31, 2016) -- Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Faanofoilefagoalii Alesana, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), ties a sarong on Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Shemeka Lynch... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 11, 2016) -- Pre-Commissioning
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 11, 2016) -- Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) waits to move out of the pier during Ford's turn ship evolution. This is a major milestone that brings the country's newest n... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 21, 2018) Information Systems
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 21, 2018) Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Jacqueline Francis (left), from New York, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, trains USS George Washin... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (NOV. 17, 2016) - Greg Willard, Gerald
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (NOV. 17, 2016) - Greg Willard, Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation's Corporate Secretary and trustee, addresses Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors during an all-hands c... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 5, 2017) – Aviation Structural
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 5, 2017) – Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Kyle Bolte, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), is frocked to the rank of petty officer first class by Chief Avi... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 13, 2017) -- Pre-Commissioning
ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 13, 2017) -- Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors watch movies in the ship's hangar bay during Cinema at Sea sponsored by Ford's Morale, Welfare and Recreation program d... More
Capt. Gaut Studio Photo
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170518-N-QI093-0025 NORFOLK, Va. (June 9, 2017) – Capt.
170518-N-QI093-0025 NORFOLK, Va. (June 9, 2017) – Capt. Brent Gaut, executive officer of the future USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), congratulates chief petty officers before their promotion to senior chief at a pi... More
NORFOLK, Va. (July 19, 2017) -- Susan Ford Bales,
NORFOLK, Va. (July 19, 2017) -- Susan Ford Bales, the sponsor for future USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) sponsor, and Greg Willard, trustee of the Ford Foundation, tour the newly finished ship's memorial room for ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 3, 2019) Electrician's Mate
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 3, 2019) Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Christopher Coil, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, from Hammondsville, Ohio, operates the control station for advanced ... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 6, 2017) -- Culinary Specialist
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 6, 2017) -- Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Hall, from Owings Mills, Maryland, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, cuts romaine lettuce for a sautéed shrimp s... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2017) -- Sailors assigned
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2017) -- Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) deck department look out of a hangar bay prior to a practice underway replenishment. Ford is currently underway conducting tes... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Nov. 14, 2017) -- Aviation Machinist's
NORFOLK, Va. (Nov. 14, 2017) -- Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Rachael Williams, from Norfolk, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aviation intermediate maintenance department, puts on a face mask fo... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2018) -- Sailors assigned
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2018) -- Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department watch as an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Black Lions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, approache... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Mar. 29, 2018) -- Chief Navy Counselor
NORFOLK, Va. (Mar. 29, 2018) -- Chief Navy Counselor Denise Love, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), returns the salutes of Ford's chiefs mess as she departs the command. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communic... More
DITS Inspection
NORFOLK, Va. (May 11, 2018) -- USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) supply department Sailors participate in a division in the spotlight inspection. (U.S. Navy graphic by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan Carter)
NORFOLK, Va. (May 14, 2018) – Lt. Cmdr. Dan Pope, from
NORFOLK, Va. (May 14, 2018) – Lt. Cmdr. Dan Pope, from Havelock, North Carolina, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), returns the salute from Ford’s wardroom as he is rung ashore. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass C... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 20, 2018) -- Boatswain's Mate Seaman
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 20, 2018) -- Boatswain's Mate Seaman Teddi Young, of Rose Bud, South Dakota, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) deck department, sews a label to a mooring line in the ship's hangar ba... More
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) OX
Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) OX and OM divisions of Operations department are recognized as the ship’s department in the spotlight. (US Navy graphic by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Cla... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 1, 2018) -- Mass Communication
ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 1, 2018) -- Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Liz Thompson, from Omaha, Nebraska, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) media department, receives an Enlisted Surface Warfare Spec... More
NORFOLK, Va. (July 9, 2018) Mass Communication Specialist
NORFOLK, Va. (July 9, 2018) Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cat Campbell, from San Diego, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) media department, receives her certificate of appointment to the rank ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 30, 2018) Ship's Serviceman
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 30, 2018) Ship's Serviceman 2nd Class Dereck S. Lindburg, from Manila, Philippines, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, receives his certificate of appointment f... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Aug. 30, 2018) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN
NORFOLK, Va. (Aug. 30, 2018) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors, assigned to weapons department, attend Mobile Ordnance Training Team (MOTT) training at the Oscar Robinson Ordnance Training Facility on Naval S... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 5, 2018) Lt. Cmdr. Philip
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 5, 2018) Lt. Cmdr. Philip Brown, left, from Telford, Pennsylvania, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) air department, recites the oath of office with Capt. J. J. Cummings, Ford's... More
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Oct. 3, 2018) Master Chief Avionics
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Oct. 3, 2018) Master Chief Avionics Technician Dena Yarbrough, from Cleveland, Georgia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), salutes the side boys during her retirement ceremony. Yarbro... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 16, 2018) Hospital Corpsman
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 16, 2018) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Brandon Sturm, from Houston, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) medical department, administers a flu shot to a Ford Sailor. Ford is currentl... More
VIRGINIA BEACH , Va. (Oct. 19, 2018) Chief Air Traffic
VIRGINIA BEACH , Va. (Oct. 19, 2018) Chief Air Traffic Controller Tamara Quam, from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) operations department, salutes the sideboys during her re... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 20, 2018) Chief Culinary Specialist
NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 20, 2018) Chief Culinary Specialist Joshua Brown, from Watseka, Illinois, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, stirs a pot of chili during the Naval Station Norfolk Fl... More
Sailor of the Quarter Luncheon
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Oct. 24, 2018) USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) 4th quarter FY18 Sailors of the Quarter and their guests pose with Capt. John J. Cummings, Ford's commanding officer, and Command Master Chief Lau... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Nov. 29, 2018) Quartermaster 1st
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Nov. 29, 2018) Quartermaster 1st Class Audrey Jackson, from Bremerton, Washington, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) navigation department is pinned to her current rank during a promo... More
HAMPTON, Va. (Dec. 5, 2018) Sailors assigned to USS
HAMPTON, Va. (Dec. 5, 2018) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and their guests attend the command’s “Winter Wonderland” themed holiday party at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The event was ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 25, 2019) Capt. John J. Cummings,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 25, 2019) Capt. John J. Cummings, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) commanding officer, speaks with Capt. Tom Moninger, commander, Destroyer Squadron 22, during a tour highlighting Ford's ca... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (March 6, 2019) Cmdr. Emily Bassett,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (March 6, 2019) Cmdr. Emily Bassett, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) reactor officer, is recognized as a woman in leadership on Ford. Ford is currently undergoing its post-shakedown availability... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 9, 2019) Culinary Specialist
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 9, 2019) Culinary Specialist Seaman Mahamed Mussa, from Philadelphia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, cuts onions in preparation for lunch in the ship's for... More
Hydrostatic Test
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 12, 2019) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department perform hydrostatic hose testing in the ship's hangar bay. The purpose of hydrostatic hose testing is to check... More
NORFOLK, Va. (April 15, 2019) Interior Communications
NORFOLK, Va. (April 15, 2019) Interior Communications Electrician 1st Class Naomi Ball, from Puerto Rico, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, sorts and tags clothing during a co... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 28, 2019) Lt. Jamal Scarlett,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 28, 2019) Lt. Jamal Scarlett, from Murrieta, California, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) command religious ministries department, returns the salutes of Ford's wardroom as he i... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 07, 2019) Aviation Ordnancemen
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 07, 2019) Aviation Ordnancemen 2nd Class Kenneth Martinez, from Chicopee, Massachusetts, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, operates a sound-powered telephone ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 19, 2019) Cmdr. Jonathan Elliot,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 19, 2019) Cmdr. Jonathan Elliot, from Moorehead City, North Carolina, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) senior medical officer, is awarded with a Meritorious Service Medal by Capt. John J. C... More
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 13, 2019) Vessels line the
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 13, 2019) Vessels line the stage at the Sandler Center for The Performing Arts in preparation for USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony. Thirty-four Ford ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 17, 2019) Sailors assigned
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 17, 2019) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) deck department prepare to lower a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) into the water before a small boat nighttime training e... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 26, 2019) Air Traffic Controller
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 26, 2019) Air Traffic Controller 3rd Class Fredrick Johnson, from Cleveland, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department, center, is recognized as the Warrior of the Week b... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 4, 2019) Hospital Corpsman 3rd
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 4, 2019) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Bradley Norton, from Houston, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) medical department, participates in tricycle race hosted by Ford's morale, welfa... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2020) Aviation Ordananceman
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2020) Aviation Ordananceman 3rd Class Justin Vanderzalm, from Kemmerer, Wyoming, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD) dons perso... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2020) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2020) USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors watch a mixed martial arts sporting event in the ship’s hangar bay. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Compatibility Testing to further test... More
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) pulls alongside USNS Patuxent
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) pulls alongside USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201) during a replenishment-at-sea May 15, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mas... More
An F/A-18E Super Hornet attached to the "Warhawks"
An F/A-18E Super Hornet attached to the "Warhawks" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 prepares to launch off USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations May 30, 2020. Ford is underway in... More
Hon. James Geurts, right, the assistant secretary of
Hon. James Geurts, right, the assistant secretary of the Navy for research, development and acquisition, receives a brief from Lt. Chris Warzinski, from Woodbridge, Virginia, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12’s, jo... More
Daily Operations. Warship photograph collection
Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Recruit Quashawn Conaway, from Blackshear, Georgia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) weapons department, removes verdigris from an aqueous film forming foam pipe module Sept... 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, 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 by Mass Communication Specialist ... More
PHA. Warship photograph collection
Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Kery Ferrell, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s medical department gives a Sailor an immunization shot in Ford’s hangar bay durring a physical health analysis, Sept. 11, 2020. Ford is... More
Flight Operations. Warship photograph collection
A sailor assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department, walks down the ships flight deck Sept. 11, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by ... More
Flight Operations. Warship photograph collection
USS Gerald R. Ford conducts carrier qualifications for Student Naval Aviation in the Atlantic Ocean Sept. 12. 2020. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Trenton Edly)
Independent Steaming Event 13 Wrap-Up
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) completed Independent Steaming Event 13 Nov. 20, 2020. Ford is in port Naval Station Norfolk conduction a window of opportunity for maintenance as part of her Post-Delivery Test and ... More
Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Saleema
Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Saleema Massey, from Brooklyn, New York, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) air department, receives her cover, during Ford’s chief petty officer pinning ceremo... More
NORFOLK, Va. (April 27, 2017) -- Sig Alman, a World
NORFOLK, Va. (April 27, 2017) -- Sig Alman, a World War II veteran, speaks with Sailors aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78). Alman served with then Lt. Cmdr. Gerald R. Ford aboard USS Montere... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 28, 2018) Lt. Cmdr. Kristin
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 28, 2018) Lt. Cmdr. Kristin Acton, from Oak Harbor, Washington, requests permission to go ashore from Capt. J. J. Cummings, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) commanding officer. Ford is cur... More
NORFOLK, Va. (June 15, 2018) - Machinist Mate (Nuclear)
NORFOLK, Va. (June 15, 2018) - Machinist Mate (Nuclear) 2nd Class Gideon Kirkpatrick, from Christopher, Illinois, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) reactor department, receives his frocking letter from ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 1, 2016) -- Capt. Matthew McNally,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 1, 2016) -- Capt. Matthew McNally, dental officer aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), performs a dental exam on Cmdr. Robert Jones, Ford's chaplain. Jones received the... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 25, 2016) -- Senior Chief Hull
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 25, 2016) -- Senior Chief Hull Maintenance Technician James Timmerman, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), discusses modifications to a security window inside the... More
200401-N-NQ285-1058 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 1, 2020)
200401-N-NQ285-1058 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 1, 2020) Eric Knight, an engineer with Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding Division grinds on advanced lower stage weapons elevator aboard the aircr... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Apr. 7, 2016) -- Boatswain's mates
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Apr. 7, 2016) -- Boatswain's mates in charge of the forecastle aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) practice knot tying for fancywork. Ford's Deck Department uses their knot ... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 27, 2016)--Capt. Richard McCormack,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 27, 2016)--Capt. Richard McCormack, commanding officer Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), Capt. Paul Campagna, executive officer, and Master Chief Donnie Novak, command mas... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 3, 2016) – Aviation Boatswain's
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 3, 2016) – Aviation Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Ryan Little, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), sings during the ship's first karaoke night hosted by the Morale, Welfar... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 3, 2016) Boatswain's Mate Seaman
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 3, 2016) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Apprentice Aaron Neal, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), fakes down mooring lines during the ship's first fast cruise. Ford is c... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 18, 2016) --Seaman Apprentice
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 18, 2016) --Seaman Apprentice Khalilah Smallwood, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), pours steamed milk into a cup for a macchiato in the ship's coffee shop. Ford... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Nov. 2, 2018) Lt. Cmdr. Melissa Chope,
NORFOLK, Va. (Nov. 2, 2018) Lt. Cmdr. Melissa Chope, USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) administration officer, attaches her runner’s number prior to the 2018 NSA Hampton Roads Headquarters MWR Wounded Warrior 5K. N... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 11, 2016) -- Mass Communication
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (June 11, 2016) -- Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Elizabeth Thompson, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), takes pictures of the brow being removed during Ford... More
NORFOLK, Va. (August 31, 2016) -- Chief Warrant Officer
NORFOLK, Va. (August 31, 2016) -- Chief Warrant Officer Fred Fisher, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), receives "Old Glory" during a passing of the flag at Chief Warrant Officer Andrew... More
HAMPTON, Va. (Sept. 16, 2016) -- Chief Legalman Briana
HAMPTON, Va. (Sept. 16, 2016) -- Chief Legalman Briana Ridlon, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), receives her cover during a pinning ceremony held at the Hampton Roads Convention Cente... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 28, 2018) -- Logistics Specialist
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sep. 28, 2018) -- Logistics Specialist 1st Class Gregory Chery, right, from Carrefour, Haiti, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, recites the oath of enlistment given... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Nov. 15, 2016) -- Pre-Commissioning
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Nov. 15, 2016) -- Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors participate in Morale, Welfare and Recreation's (MWR) movie and game night on the mess decks. Movie and game night wa... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Dec. 09, 2016) -- Seaman Kevin Kinnel,
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Dec. 09, 2016) -- Seaman Kevin Kinnel, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) Air Department, V-4 Division, relays a message through a sound-powered telephone prior to l... More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 1, 2019) USS Geradl R. Ford's
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 1, 2019) USS Geradl R. Ford's (CVN 78) Command Master Chief Laura Nunley, left, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) inspects the uniform of Logistics Specialist 1st Class Esteban Roca, from Ne... More
NORFOLK, Va. (April 27, 2017) -- Quartermaster 2nd
NORFOLK, Va. (April 27, 2017) -- Quartermaster 2nd Class Akita Hare and Quartermaster 1st Class Jose Triana, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), attach signal flags to a line. Ford's "o... More
NORFOLK, Va. (May 17, 2017) -- Aviation Electronics
NORFOLK, Va. (May 17, 2017) -- Aviation Electronics Technician Alexandra Buss, a native of St. Louis, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), serves a steak and lobster lunch to Sailors duri... More
NORFOLK, Va. (Aug. 2, 2017) -- Sailors assigned to
NORFOLK, Va. (Aug. 2, 2017) -- Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department stand at attention as Ford shifts colors from the fantail to the mast during preparations to get underway. Ford i... More
170804-N-TF680-0019 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 4, 2017) --
170804-N-TF680-0019 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 4, 2017) -- An MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74, approaches USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck for refueling. This was th... More
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 6, 2017) -- An F/A-18F Super Hornet,
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 6, 2017) -- An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Salty Dogs" of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, takes off from the flight deck of USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78). Ford is current... More