The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) is a United States Navy aircraft carrier, and it has the capability to carry multiple aircraft on its flight deck.
Here’s a breakdown of the types of aircraft it can carry and the approximate numbers:
Fighter jets: The USS Gerald R. Ford can carry up to 60 fighter jets, including F/A-18E/F Super Hornets, F-35C Lightning IIs, and F-16 Fighting Falcons.
Attack jets: The ship can carry up to 24 attack jets, such as F/A-18C/D Hornets, AV-8B Harriers, and EA-18G Growlers.
Helicopters: The USS Gerald R. Ford has a helicopter deck that can accommodate up to 12 helicopters, including SH-60 Seahawk and MH-60 Romeo helicopters.
Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft: The ship can also carry up to 6 VTOL aircraft, such as the F-35B Lightning II and the MV-22 Osprey.
In total, the USS Gerald R. Ford can carry up to around 100 aircraft at any given time.
However, this number can vary depending on the specific mission requirements and the types of aircraft being deployed.
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