Event Brief
Fourth Gerald Ford-class carrier delayed until 2034
Filed: May 12, 2026 at 3:03 PM ET
Summary: The Navy said the fourth Gerald Ford-class carrier has been delayed until 2034.
WHO: The Navy
WHAT: Delayed the fourth Gerald Ford-class carrier to 2034
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 12:39 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Part of a scheduled shipbuilding timeline update.
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