US Navy Photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Jayme Pastoric
- The ex-USS John F. Kennedy was the last conventionally-powered carrier built for the Navy.
- The aircraft carrier was also the site of one of the greatest military pranks.
- After nearly 40 years of service, the flattop was retired and sold to scrap dealers for a cent.
The ex-USS John F. Kennedy, the retired first-in-class aircraft supercarrier, is headed to the scrapyard following a nearly 40-year service.