170215-N-OS895-069 NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 15, 2017) Deck department Sailors aboard the Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) participate in a boat-drop exercise during crew certification. Crew certification must be completed before Ford can undergo builder’s trials in preparation for commissioning and delivery to the fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Pastrick/Released)