USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79) Cutout Elevators 1-2400

USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79) — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal
This decal reproduces the principal flight-deck and aviation markings for USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79) in 1-2400 scale. This version uses cutout elevator openings so the modeler can represent the carrier’s aircraft elevators as separate or lowered deck features.
 
Decal Information
This 1-2400 scale waterslide deck decal is designed to reproduce the principal deck and aviation markings associated with USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79). Apply over a properly prepared and gloss-coated model surface using normal waterslide-decal techniques.
 
Model Compatibility
This 1-2400 scale deck decal is sized for the GHQ Gerald R. Ford-class miniature.
 
Historical Information
Future USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79) is the second Gerald R. Ford-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and the second U.S. carrier named for President John F. Kennedy. The ship was launched in 2019 and completed Builder’s Sea Trials in February 2026. In August 2026, Kennedy completed Acceptance Trials and was reported approximately 98 percent complete. Final delivery to the U.S. Navy is planned for spring 2027, after completion of remaining construction and advanced weapons-elevator work.
 
Key Historical Details
Class: Gerald R. Ford class
Ship Type: Nuclear-powered aircraft carrier (CVN)
Entered Service: Not yet commissioned; final delivery planned for spring 2027
Primary Role: Carrier aviation, power projection, sea control, deterrence, and forward presence
Number Built: 1 commissioned; 5 additional Ford-class carriers named/planned through CVN-83
Weapons Systems: Embarked carrier air wing with layered shipboard self-defense missile and close-in weapon systems
Current Status: Pre-commissioning; completed Acceptance Trials in August 2026