U.S. Navy Has Just Purchased Two More Ford-Class Aircraft Carriers

Defense News: US Navy signs mammoth contract with Huntington Ingalls for two aircraft carriers

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Navy has signed a $14.9 billion contract with shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls for two Ford-class aircraft carriers, the Navy announced Thursday evening.

By buying two carriers simultaneously, the Navy expects to save $4 billion, according to a Navy release.

Navy Secretary Richard Spencer hailed the deal as a team effort and said the contract will create stability for the skilled workforce and create savings as a result.

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WNU Editor: CVN 80 will be named Enterprise, CVN 81 is yet to be named. The ships are scheduled to be delivered in 2028 and 2032, respectively. Here is an interesting question. What is a good name for CVN 81?

More News On The U.S. Navy Purchasing Two More Ford-Class Aircraft Carriers

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The US Navy has reportedly agreed to buy 2 aircraft carriers at once and save $4 billion -- Business Insider
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U.S. Navy awards $14.9B contract for two Ford-class aircraft carriers -- Defense-Blog
US Navy Places First 2-Carrier Order in Three Decades -- Defense One

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