PCU Ford arrives in Norkfolk
NORFOLK, Va. (April 14, 2017) -- Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Sailors man the rails as the ship returns to Norfolk after conducting builder’s sea trials. The first-of-class ship -- the first new U.S. aircraft carrier design in 40 years -- has spent several days conducting builder's sea trials, a comprehensive test of many of the ship's key systems and technologies.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication 3rd Class Matthew R. Fairchild)