Where will the crew of the USS Gerald Ford come from?

The unparalleled hard work, professionalism, and dedication of the Gerald R. Ford crew is what will breathe life into the ship. The pre-commissioning crew is charged with setting, and will aim to achieve, a standard of excellence that will become the benchmark for the ships of the Ford class to come. read more

President Donald Trump commissioned the USS Gerald R. Ford and declared that the most advanced aircraft carrier to join the Navy. It weights 100,000 tons and cost $12.9 billion. read more

As crew certification begins, Sailors listen closely to every announcement coming over the general announcing system or 1 MC. The training environment is set over the 1MC by Ford’s training officer, Lt. Cmdr. Alicia Salerno. “Good morning Gerald R. Ford,” said Salerno. “We will remain in the training environment throughout the day. read more