USS Gerald R. Ford Begins Maintenance
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The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier has arrived at Norfolk Naval Shipyard for its first major post-deployment maintenance period. The maintenance, known as a planned incremental availability, is a regularly scheduled event. This marks the first time a Ford-class aircraft carrier has been serviced at a public shipyard.
Why it matters
The maintenance of the USS Gerald R. Ford is significant as it ensures the continued operational readiness of the Navy's newest aircraft carrier. This event also marks an important milestone in the servicing of Ford-class carriers at public shipyards.
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