SAN DIEGO (Oct. 20, 2017) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS 10) is pierside Naval Base San Diego and preparing to conduct Final Contract Trials (FCT). The trials, conducted by the Navy’s Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV), serve as the final in-depth assessment of newly constructed ships prior to official delivery to the Navy, ensuring the Navy’s standards and requirements are met. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abby Rader/RELEASED)

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