U.S. Navy - quoted facts & statistics

defence · Forbes

The U.S. Navy plans to induct at least 10 Gerald R. Ford-class ships into its fleet to replace the aging nuclear-powered Nimitz-class carriers.

“The U.S. Navy plans to induct at least 10 Gerald R. Ford-class ships into its fleet to replace the aging nuclear-powered Nimitz-class carriers.”

at least 10

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defence · Newsweek

The U.S. Navy operates 291 battle‑force ships, 64 fewer than it is legally required to have up and running.

“The Navy unveiled a new shipbuilding strategy in May, saying it operates only 291 battle‑force ships—64 fewer than it's legally required to have up and running.”

291 battle‑force ships 64 ships

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defence · NPR

The USS Gerald R. Ford completed an 11‑month deployment, the longest for a U.S. aircraft carrier since the Vietnam War.

“the USS Gerald R. Ford returned home in mid‑May after an 11‑month deployment, the longest since the Vietnam War”

11 months

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