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UPDATED Aug 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Aug 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
USS John F. Kennedy carrier delivery slips to March 2027
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USS John F. Kennedy, the second Ford-class aircraft carrier, was originally slated for delivery in September 2022 but is now expected in March 2027, about four and a half years late. The next ship in the class, USS Enterprise, has also slipped and is now expected around 2030.
WHO: US Navy
WHAT: The US Navy’s USS John F. Kennedy Ford-class carrier delivery date was delayed to March 2027; USS Enterprise’s timeline also slipped to around 2030.
WHEN: Reported Aug 19, 2026 at 1:30 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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