160408-N-IX020-037 NEWPORT NEWS, Va., (April 8, 2016) Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) chief petty officers pin anchors on Commanding Officer Capt. John F. Meier during a change of command held in the hangar bay. The ship's chiefs mess pinned Meier as an honorary chief for his dedication to his Sailors throughout his career. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan Litzenberger/Released)