I don’t have live access to current reporting tools in this moment, but I can share what’s generally known about aircraft carrier costs and point you to where to find up-to-date figures.
Direct answer: Modern U.S. aircraft carriers cost in the ballpark of $13–15 billion for the hull and systems of a Gerald R. Ford-class carrier, with total program costs and ongoing operating expenses bringing the full lifetime price well into the tens of billions per ship when you include maintenance, the air wing, escorts, and logistics. Daily operating costs for a carrier strike group are commonly cited in the multimillion-dollar range, often around $5–7 million per day, depending on crew size, sortie rates, and fuel use. However, exact current figures can vary and are updated in defense budget documents and GAO assessments, so please expect some variation from year to year.[4][5][10]
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If you’d like, I can compile a concise, up-to-date summary once you confirm you want me to look up the latest figures and cite them. I can also create a simple chart showing typical cost components (construction, air wing, escorts, operations) and how they contribute to total lifecycle costs.
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