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USS Gerald R. Ford Returns Home for Repairs After Deployment

The USS Gerald R. Ford, a $13 billion aircraft carrier, has returned home with its 4,600 sailors. The vessel is set to undergo essential repairs, including upgrades to its sewage system.

Editorial Staff · June 4, 2026 · 1 min read

After a significant deployment, the USS Gerald R. Ford has returned home, bringing back its crew of 4,600 sailors.

The aircraft carrier, which cost $13 billion to build, is now scheduled for important repairs.

Among the repairs needed is an upgrade to its sewage system, which has faced ongoing issues.