An evolved sea sparrow missile (ESSM) launches from one of USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) weapons sponsons during combat systems ship qualification trials (CSSQT), April 16, 2021. CSSQT is a Naval Sea Systems Command requirement to verify that ship personnel can operate and maintain their combat systems in a safe and effective manner. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting its final independent steaming event of post-delivery tests and trials. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Spears)
Date Taken: | 04.16.2021 |
Date Posted: | 04.18.2021 13:45 |
Photo ID: | 6604510 |
VIRIN: | 210416-N-OK726-0214 |
Resolution: | 5184x3456 |
Size: | 1.4 MB |
Location: | US |
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