Articles tagged with "USS Gerald R. Ford"

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USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier returns home after 326-day deployment

It was the longest deployment for a US carrier strike group since the Vietnam War.

June 18, 2026

USS Gerald R. Ford carrier departs Croatia

The USS Gerald R. Ford left Croatia after repairs following a fire, remains mission-ready, and its destination is undisclosed. It supported operations against Iran, while another US carrier deploys to maintain regional military presence.

April 2, 2026

The world's largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford arrives at Souda Bay naval base after having been part of Middle East war operations, on the island of Crete on March 23, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

US aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford pulled from Middle East amid mounting problems

USS Gerald R. Ford left the Middle East for repairs in Greece after a fire, but reports say deeper technical, sanitation and readiness concerns also contributed, raising questions about prolonged combat deployment.

March 25, 2026