April 17, 2017

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A weekly publication of Newport News Shipbuilding

Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Successfully Completes Builder’s Sea Trials Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) returned to Naval Station Norfolk Friday, April 14, after successfully completing builder’s sea trials. During the aircraft carrier’s time at sea, her systems, components and compartments were tested for the first time. The trials also include high-speed runs and demonstrate many of the carrier’s other capabilities. “In my 36 years with Newport News Shipbuilding, I’ve ridden many sea trials,” said NNS President Matt Mulherin. “While they have all been great experiences, this one was especially rewarding. Photo by John Whalen

I’ve been with this ship since 2001, when she was still just a design concept. To see her come to life and perform as she was designed and built to do is awe-inspiring and a testament to her shipbuilders and Navy crew.” Newport News shipbuilders partnered with Gerald R. Ford sailors and personnel from Naval Sea Systems Command to perform the sea trials tests. Among the sea trial participants were Adm. James Caldwell, director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, and... CONTINUED ON PG 2


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