The Pentagon has required the removal of the EMALS system from Ford-class carriers, following prior criticism by Donald Trump.
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The Pentagon has required the removal of the EMALS system from Ford-class carriers, following prior criticism by Donald Trump.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Amid a defense summit in Pennsylvania, Trump reportedly ordered carriers to abandon the EMALS system, which General Atomics had been building for them.Sub-event
- Trump ordered the return of steam catapults while General Atomics continues to build the EMALS system for Ford-class carriers.Sub-event
Pentagon mandates removal of EMALS from Ford-class carriers.1 source
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