USS Gerald R. Ford Returns to Norfolk After 300-Day Deployment
The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford has returned to its home port in Norfolk, Virginia, after more than 300 days at sea. The ship and its escort vessels conducted operations in two combatant commands during the deployment.
nypost.comThe USS Gerald R. Ford arrived back in Norfolk, Virginia, following a deployment that lasted more than 300 days. The aircraft carrier and its accompanying vessels conducted operations in two combatant commands during that period.
The Ford took part in combat operations in the SOUTHCOM and CENTCOM areas of responsibility. The ship completed its return to port as U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth arrived in Norfolk. The deployment marked the carrier's participation in activities across multiple geographic regions. No additional details on specific missions or outcomes were provided in the report.
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