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Northrop Grumman Delivers Last Nimitz-Class Carrier

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Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

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The Navy yesterday took delivery of its newest and last Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77), from Northrop Grumman [NOC] Shipbuilding, the service said. George H.W. Bush is the 10th Nimitz-class aircraft carrier. "George H.W. Bush has been eight years in the making, with its keel laid in 2003, followed by christening in 2006 and today's delivery. It's a testament to the dedication and professionalism of both the Navy and our industry partners," Capt. Frank Simei, Navy program…

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