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Aircraft Carriers·Gerald R. Ford-class

USS John F. Kennedy Begins Acceptance Trials

8 sources · first reported 3d ago

via Theaviationist

The USS John F. Kennedy, the second Gerald R. Ford-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has begun acceptance trials ahead of its delivery to the US Navy. The trials will evaluate the ship's systems and equipment. The carrier is expected to be delivered in 2027.

Why it matters

The USS John F. Kennedy is a significant addition to the US Navy's fleet, representing a major milestone in the development of the Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers. Its acceptance trials mark an important step towards its entry into service.

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How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.

  1. Theaviationist · Primary
    The Future USS John F. Kennedy Begins Acceptance Trials Ahead of Delivery
  2. MiGFlug ·
    USS John F. Kennedy Begins Acceptance Trials | Afterburner
  3. NavalToday ·
    USS John F. Kennedy starts acceptance sea trials
  4. The National Interest ·
    USS John F. Kennedy, Next US Navy Supercarrier, Begins Acceptance Trials
  5. Flightglobal ·
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  6. The Defense Watch ·
    USS John F. Kennedy Begins Acceptance Trials, Moving Ford-Class Carrier Toward 2027 Delivery
  7. Defensemirror ·
    U S Navy s Newest Aircraft Carrier John F Kennedy CVN 79 Completes Acceptance Trials
  8. Navalnews ·
    HII Completes Successful Acceptance Sea Trials of John F. Kennedy (CVN 79)