190807-N-XI307-1092 NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 7, 2019) Adm. Robert P. Burke, Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO), center, walks through USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) hangar bay with Capt. John J. Cummings, left, Ford's commanding officer and Capt. Timothy L. Waits, Ford's executive officer, right, during a tour of the ship. Burke and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith visited Ford to see first-hand the progress the ship is making during its post-shakedown availability and to speak directly to Ford leadership and Sailors. This image has been altered by blurring out badges for security purposes. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan Seelbach/Released)