190920-N-XI307-1430 NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 20, 2019) Sen. Mazie Hirono, right, discusses the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) advanced arresting gear with Gerald R. Ford's leadership during a tour of the ship. Hirono visited Gerald R. Ford to see first-hand the progress the ship is making during its post-shakedown availability. 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)