USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) Air Strikes Iran | Operation Epic Fury

As of March 7, 2026, the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) is playing a critical role in Operation Epic Fury, a massive joint military campaign launched by the United States and Israel against Iran on February 28, 2026. While the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) has been described as the "sword" conducting offensive strikes from the Arabian Sea, the USS Gerald R. Ford is currently operating as a "shield" in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Location: The carrier is stationed off the coast of Israel, near Haifa. Primary Mission: It is providing a massive Aegis missile defense umbrella over Israeli population centers to intercept retaliatory strikes from Iran and its proxies (such as Hezbollah). Air Operations: F/A-18 Super Hornets from Carrier Air Wing 8 have been launching from the Ford to conduct combat air patrols and support operations as the conflict intensifies. 00:00 Part 1 00:59 Part 2 01:57 Part 3 02:11 Part 4 02:56 Part 5 04:43 Part 6 07:22 Part 7 08:15 Part 8 08:37 Part 9 Become a channel sponsor and you will get access to exclusive bonuses. Read more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1g28B5ez_VVVrSrX1FOViA/join