NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Apr 14, 2016) -- Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Recruit Mariann Battee and Airman Shane Sandahl assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) practice firefighting techniques in the ship's hangar bay during a General Quarters drill. This ship-wide General Quarters drill focused on damage control and emergency responses and is a significant step in certifying the crew as they train to fight and take delivery of the ship. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Connor Loessin/Released) General Quarters 160414-N-YW238-100

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