NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (July 30, 2018) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Regine Garcia, from Olongapo, Philippines, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) air department, receives her certificate of appointment to the rank of petty officer second class from Capt. Richard McCormack, Ford’s commanding officer. Garcia was promoted following her selection for the Meritorious Advancement Program. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cat Campbell) (This image has been altered by blurring out badges for security purposes)

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