LOWERING THE KEEL

You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. LOWERING THE KEEL 05/25/2012 01:31 PM CDT Crews lower the final keel section of the future USS Gerald R. Ford into place at Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding in Newport News, Va., May 24, 2012. The 680-metric-ton, 60-foot-tall lower bow unit was the last major section of the ship installed below the waterline. The Gerald R. Ford, now more than 75 percent structurally complete in the dry dock, is on schedule to launch in 2013. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense