With new technology and much more space on the Ford's flight deck, Carrier Air Wing 8 is able to generate sorties at a much higher clip.
The short deployment will focus on interoperability and innovation, ahead of a more standard deployment next year, Navy leaders say.
The carrier's strike group will focus on “innovation and interoperability” as the crew becomes better acquainted with the vessel’s new capabilities.
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Aircraft from Carrier Air Wing 8 completed over 400 day and night catapult launches and trap recoveries for the certification.
The deployments are designed to provide additional flexibility to U.S. 6th Fleet.
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The Ford was originally slated to deploy in 2018.
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