🇺🇸 U.S. Navy to test its nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford as a floating power plant later this year.
During the test, carrier’s reactor will supply electricity to Naval Station Norfolk.
#USSGeraldRFord is powered by two A1B PWR nuclear reactors.
According to the Navy, the test would demonstrate the aircraft carrier's ability to provide power to a shore installation during emergency situations.