The first in class of new carrier, the USS Gerald Ford, CVN-78, went to sea for its frst sea trilas. The US Navy made the following statement: "NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (April 08, 2017) - The future USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is underway on its own power for the first time. The first-of-class ship -- the first new U.S. aircraft carrier design in 40 years -- will spend several days conducting builder's sea trials, a comprehensive test of many of the ship's key systems and technologies. GREAT Youtube Video, well worth watching This is historic day. This new class...