Saturday, October 21, 2017
USS Constitution, 220 years old celebrates US Navy´s 242 Birthday! Congratulations! ..
USS Constitution and her crew headed underway from the ship's berth in Charlestown, Massachusetts, on Oct. 20, in commemoration of the ship's launching 220 years ago and the U.S. Navy's 242nd birthday.
Sunday, July 23, 2017
President Trump Commissions US Navy USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) aircraft carrier "Made in the USA"
President Trump Commissions USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)
Story Number: NNS170722-01Release Date: 7/22/2017
By Ens. Corey Todd Jones
NORFOLK (NNS), USA -- President
Donald J. Trump commissioned the new aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
(CVN-78) at a commissioning ceremony July 22.2017.
A commissioning is a day of celebration, and honors the dedication, team
work, and collaboration of Sailors, legislators, shipbuilders, program
managers, and the ship's sponsor in delivering the ship to the fleet.
Trump landed on the flight deck in Marine One and was greeted by
Secretary of Defense James Mattis, Acting Secretary of the Navy Sean
Stackley, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson, and USS Gerald
R. Ford Commanding Officer Capt. Rick McCormack.
Over 10,000 friends and family members attended the event, watching the
festivities from the hangar bay, the pier and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
(CVN 69).
Distinguished members of the party offered remarks to honor the occasion.
"Wherever this vessel cuts through the horizon, our allies will rest
easy and our enemies will shake with fear because everyone will know
that America is coming and America is coming strong," said Trump. "Our
true strength is our people. Our greatest weapon is all of you. Our
nation endures because we have citizens who love America and who are
willing to fight for America."
He continued, "We are so very blessed with warriors who are willing to
serve America in the greatest fighting force in history, the United
States military. Today this ship officially begins its role in the noble
military history of our great nation."
Stackley also addressed the crowd.
"So skipper, as we marvel at the technology and the daunting numbers
that measure this ship, never lose sight that in times of crisis, you
will be the first to respond, and when called upon, you will deliver the
final word in the bidding of our nation," said Stackley. "Whenever you
sail, wherever you sail, you will be a symbol of Unites States resolve
and you will be a symbol of the man whose name you bear."
After the ship's sponsor and President Ford's daughter Susan Ford Bales
gave the traditional command to "Man our ship and bring her to life,"
Ford Sailors ran up the brows and manned the rails as the band played
"Anchor's Aweigh."
McCormack expressed his pride in the work his crew has done to get the ship ready to serve in the fleet.
"The Sailors aboard today are among our nation's finest," said
McCormack. "They are talented, driven, innovative, dedicated, and
passionate about what they do and I am very proud to be their commanding
officer. Team Wolverine, I have the utmost faith and confidence in your
abilities to handle any challenge ahead, and I can think of no better
team to take this ship to sea."
After the ceremony, the ship was opened to the general public for tours,
which included the flight deck, the commanding officer's in-port cabin,
pilot house, mess decks, fo'c'sle, and the newly opened tribute room.
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is the lead ship in the Ford-class of
aircraft carrier, the first new class in more than 40 years, and will
begin the phased replacement
of Nimitz-class carriers.
CVN-78 honors the 38th president of the United States and pays tribute
to his lifetime of service in the Navy, in the U.S. government and to
the nation. During World War II Ford attained the rank of lieutenant
commander in the Navy, serving on the light carrier USS Monterey (CVL
26). Ford became president in the aftermath of the Watergate scandal and
served in the country's highest office from 1974-1977.
Story Number: NNS170722-01Release Date: 7/22/2017
By Ens. Corey Todd Jones
NORFOLK (NNS), USA -- President
Donald J. Trump commissioned the new aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford
(CVN-78) at a commissioning ceremony July 22.2017.
A commissioning is a day of celebration, and honors the dedication, team
work, and collaboration of Sailors, legislators, shipbuilders, program
managers, and the ship's sponsor in delivering the ship to the fleet.
Trump landed on the flight deck in Marine One and was greeted by
Secretary of Defense James Mattis, Acting Secretary of the Navy Sean
Stackley, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson, and USS Gerald
R. Ford Commanding Officer Capt. Rick McCormack.
Over 10,000 friends and family members attended the event, watching the
festivities from the hangar bay, the pier and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
(CVN 69).
Distinguished members of the party offered remarks to honor the occasion.
"Wherever this vessel cuts through the horizon, our allies will rest
easy and our enemies will shake with fear because everyone will know
that America is coming and America is coming strong," said Trump. "Our
true strength is our people. Our greatest weapon is all of you. Our
nation endures because we have citizens who love America and who are
willing to fight for America."
He continued, "We are so very blessed with warriors who are willing to
serve America in the greatest fighting force in history, the United
States military. Today this ship officially begins its role in the noble
military history of our great nation."
Stackley also addressed the crowd.
"So skipper, as we marvel at the technology and the daunting numbers
that measure this ship, never lose sight that in times of crisis, you
will be the first to respond, and when called upon, you will deliver the
final word in the bidding of our nation," said Stackley. "Whenever you
sail, wherever you sail, you will be a symbol of Unites States resolve
and you will be a symbol of the man whose name you bear."
After the ship's sponsor and President Ford's daughter Susan Ford Bales
gave the traditional command to "Man our ship and bring her to life,"
Ford Sailors ran up the brows and manned the rails as the band played
"Anchor's Aweigh."
McCormack expressed his pride in the work his crew has done to get the ship ready to serve in the fleet.
"The Sailors aboard today are among our nation's finest," said
McCormack. "They are talented, driven, innovative, dedicated, and
passionate about what they do and I am very proud to be their commanding
officer. Team Wolverine, I have the utmost faith and confidence in your
abilities to handle any challenge ahead, and I can think of no better
team to take this ship to sea."
After the ceremony, the ship was opened to the general public for tours,
which included the flight deck, the commanding officer's in-port cabin,
pilot house, mess decks, fo'c'sle, and the newly opened tribute room.
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is the lead ship in the Ford-class of
aircraft carrier, the first new class in more than 40 years, and will
begin the phased replacement
of Nimitz-class carriers.CVN-78 honors the 38th president of the United States and pays tribute
to his lifetime of service in the Navy, in the U.S. government and to
the nation. During World War II Ford attained the rank of lieutenant
commander in the Navy, serving on the light carrier USS Monterey (CVL
26). Ford became president in the aftermath of the Watergate scandal and
served in the country's highest office from 1974-1977.
Monday, June 5, 2017
Future USS Gerald R. Ford Delivered to the Navy
Future USS Gerald R. Ford Delivered to the Navy
From Naval Sea Systems Command Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The US Navy accepted delivery of the future USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) aircraft carrier in Newport News, Virginia, May 31.
Delivery followed the ship's successful completion of acceptance trials May 26.
"Congratulations to everyone who has helped bring CVN 78 to this historic milestone," said Rear Adm. Brian Antonio, program executive officer for aircraft carriers. "Over the last several years, thousands of people have had a hand in delivering Ford to the Navy -- designing, building and testing the Navy's newest, most capable, most advanced warship. Without a doubt, we would not be here without the hard work and dedication of those from the program office, our engineering teams and those who performed and oversaw construction of this incredible warship. It is because of them that Ford performed so well during acceptance trials, as noted by the Navy's Board of Inspection and Survey."
"Well done to our shipbuilding partners, Ford's crew and everyone who supported them," said Vice Adm. Tom Moore, commander, Naval Sea Systems Command, who also embarked for acceptance trials.
Ford is the lead ship of its class and the first new-design aircraft carrier delivered to the Navy since USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in 1975. It is also the first aircraft carrier to join the fleet since USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) delivered in 2009. The future USS Gerald R. Ford honors the 38th president of the United States and pays tribute to his lifetime of service to the nation in the Navy and in the U.S. government.
The next generation of aircraft carrier, the Gerald R. Ford class delivers unprecedented flexibility to the fleet. Due to a larger flight deck, the ability to host more aircraft, additional weapons and aviation fuel storage, and the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System and Advanced Arresting Gear, Ford will be able to increase sortie rates by one-third when compared to the Nimitz class. Further, the Navy's newest aircraft carrier generates three times the amount of electricity as previous classes and is designed to rapidly add capabilities as new systems become available over the course of its projected 50-year service life.
Ford will be commissioned into the fleet this summer, formally placing the ship into active service. Following this, there will be a "shakedown" period where the ship will conduct several at-sea events to provide longer underway periods for the ship's crew to operate and train on ship's systems. In addition, planned deferred work will be performed, and any deficiencies identified during trials will be addressed during in-port periods.
The USS Ford CVN-78 is expected to be operational in 2020 following achievement of initial operational capability.
Delivery followed the ship's successful completion of acceptance trials May 26.
"Congratulations to everyone who has helped bring CVN 78 to this historic milestone," said Rear Adm. Brian Antonio, program executive officer for aircraft carriers. "Over the last several years, thousands of people have had a hand in delivering Ford to the Navy -- designing, building and testing the Navy's newest, most capable, most advanced warship. Without a doubt, we would not be here without the hard work and dedication of those from the program office, our engineering teams and those who performed and oversaw construction of this incredible warship. It is because of them that Ford performed so well during acceptance trials, as noted by the Navy's Board of Inspection and Survey."
"Well done to our shipbuilding partners, Ford's crew and everyone who supported them," said Vice Adm. Tom Moore, commander, Naval Sea Systems Command, who also embarked for acceptance trials.
Ford is the lead ship of its class and the first new-design aircraft carrier delivered to the Navy since USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in 1975. It is also the first aircraft carrier to join the fleet since USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) delivered in 2009. The future USS Gerald R. Ford honors the 38th president of the United States and pays tribute to his lifetime of service to the nation in the Navy and in the U.S. government.
The next generation of aircraft carrier, the Gerald R. Ford class delivers unprecedented flexibility to the fleet. Due to a larger flight deck, the ability to host more aircraft, additional weapons and aviation fuel storage, and the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System and Advanced Arresting Gear, Ford will be able to increase sortie rates by one-third when compared to the Nimitz class. Further, the Navy's newest aircraft carrier generates three times the amount of electricity as previous classes and is designed to rapidly add capabilities as new systems become available over the course of its projected 50-year service life.
Ford will be commissioned into the fleet this summer, formally placing the ship into active service. Following this, there will be a "shakedown" period where the ship will conduct several at-sea events to provide longer underway periods for the ship's crew to operate and train on ship's systems. In addition, planned deferred work will be performed, and any deficiencies identified during trials will be addressed during in-port periods.
The USS Ford CVN-78 is expected to be operational in 2020 following achievement of initial operational capability.
Sunday, May 21, 2017
Royal Spanish Navy: Canarias light aircraft carrier "project 66", Spain 1950
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| Canarias light aircraft carrier "project 66", Spain 1950 |
In 1950 to rebuild the Canarias heavy cruiser into a light aircraft carrier under Project 66.
Based on the proposed outline assistance would be provided by Great Britain instead of the United States whose Spain had maintained a closer relation. This project was cancelled, but restarted in the sixties by buying in the States one Cabot light aircraft carrier called "Dédalo". In the twenties of the twentieth century Spain hat its first light aircraft carrier called Dédalo.
The data for the design as follows:
Date of design: 1950
Date of design: 1950
Dimensions: 204,5m x 22,2m x 9m
Displacement: 14.000tons standard
Engine Power: 90.000shp, 4 shafts
Displacement: 14.000tons standard
Engine Power: 90.000shp, 4 shafts
Maximum Speed: 61km/h (33knots)
Armour: Belt: 51mm, Deck: 0mm
Armaments:
Armaments:
2x2 120mm DP-AA Guns
7x2 37mm AA Guns20x4 20mm AA Guns
48 aircraft
Probably 12 Chance Vought F4U Corsair I, 14 F6F Hellcat12, Fairey Firefly fighter planes and 36 Grumman TBM Avenger dive bombers. The Corsair was used in the fiftties by a lot of countries, loke France, Argentina, and more.......
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