
In a display highlighting U.S. naval superiority, the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), the world's largest and most modern aircraft carrier, conducts impressive nighttime fighter jet operations in the Caribbean Sea, near the coast of Venezuela.
This activity is part of the strategic mission of the U.S. Southern Command, focused on combating illicit drug trafficking and protecting national security.
The official US Navy account shared stunning images on Tuesday, November 25, capturing the intensity of these operations, under the slogan: The flight deck never sleeps.





The USS Gerald R. Ford represents the cutting edge of American naval technology. As the flagship of the Ford class, this 100,000-ton behemoth pushes the boundaries of efficiency and operational capability.
Equipped with advanced electromagnetic catapults and a nuclear reactor that allows unlimited autonomy, the CVN 78 can launch up to 160 aircraft and helicopters simultaneously.
Currently, along with its strike group, it is deployed near the coasts of Venezuela, strengthening the US presence in the Caribbean region.
These night flight operations are not just a routine exercise; they are a demonstration of precision and constant preparation.
Pilots and crew members work in low visibility conditions, using directional lights and state-of-the-art equipment to simulate real combat scenarios.
The aircraft carrier, with its flight deck of more than 4 acres, becomes a floating air base that operates 24/7, ensuring air dominance in hostile environments.
The deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford to the Caribbean Sea responds directly to the priorities of US President Donald Trump and the directives of the Department of War, under Operation Southern Spear.


