Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier
Class of supercarriers for the U.S. Navy
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Key Takeaways
- Ford -class aircraft carrier is a class of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers built for the United States Navy to replace portions of the aging Nimitz -class carrier fleet.
- president Gerald R.
- Key changes include the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), and a redesigned flight deck.
- Ford , was commissioned in 2017 with the second ship of the class, USS John F.
- Design features Carriers of the Gerald R.
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WikipediaThe Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier is a class of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers built for the United States Navy to replace portions of the aging Nimitz-class carrier fleet. Named after former U.S. president Gerald R. Ford, the class is designed to provide upgraded weapons systems, improved energy efficiency, reduced operating costs, and reduced crew requirements. Key changes include the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), and a redesigned flight deck. The lead ship, USS Gerald R. Ford, was commissioned in 2017 with the second ship of the class, USS John F. Kennedy, expected to be delivered in 2027.
Carriers of the Gerald R. Ford class have:
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