Phalanx CIWS System – Warship #78 – USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78)

Phalanx CIWS System – Warship #78 – USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78)

The Phalanx CIWS is a close-in weapon system for defense against airborne threats such as anti-ship missiles and helicopters. It was designed and manufactured by the General Dynamics Corporation, Pomona Division.