Electromagnetic Aircraft Launching System (EMALS) Dead Load Testing - USS Gerald R. Ford

U.S. Navy Sailors, civilian employees and contractors observed a "dead-load" test of the new electromagnetic aircraft launching system (EMALS) aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78). The weighted sled was launched into the James River where it was recovered for additional test launches. (U.S. Navy video/Released) Courtesy Video | Navy Media Content Services