USS GERALD R. FORD

- Lead aircraft carrier of its class and the biggest warship ever built.

- Cost of $13 billion, making it the most expensive warship in history.

- Length of 1,092 ft (333 m) and displacement of 100,000 tonnes.

- Powered by two nuclear reactors, with operational range of 25 years before a mid-life refuel is needed.

- Speed in excess of 30 knots (56 km/h or 35 mph).

- Armed with its own surface-to-air missiles and guns.

- Can carry over 75 military aircraft, including F-35 fighter jets.

- Has been deployed by the US in a show of support for Israel and for regional deterrence.