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PCU John F. Kennedy Conducts Anchor Testing During Acceptance Trials
Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) conducts anchor drop testing in the forecastle during Acceptance Trials, Aug. 14, 2026. Acceptance Trials is a series of crew-led test events designed to demonstrate to the U.S. Navy's Board of Inspection and Survey that the ship is constructed in acco
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Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) conducts anchor drop testing in the forecastle during Acceptance Trials, Aug. 14, 2026. Acceptance Trials is a series of crew-led test events designed to demonstrate to the U.S. Navy's Board of Inspection and Survey that the ship is constructed in accordance with contract specifications, and that the crew is adequately trained to conduct operations at sea. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Paris McKee)
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