Inside Look: USS Gerald R. Ford, the Navy’s Newest Supercarrier

USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is defined by its size, advanced technology, and high-tech aircraft launching and recovery systems. It is the largest aircraft carrier in the world, capable of carrying more than 75 aircraft and projecting power globally with unmatched endurance, speed, and capability. Key technologies include the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMAILS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), which allow for a higher sortie rate with fewer crew members, as well as a powerful radar