Nimitz-Class: The U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers That Can't Be Retired

The Nimitz-class aircraft carriers, serving since the 1970s, are set to remain active in the U.S. Navy longer than initially planned, due to delays in the deployment of their Ford-class successors. The Navy's 2023 budget includes $200 million for extension work, highlighting the carriers' crucial role in projecting military power globally, especially amid rising tensions in strategic locations. Originally intended to replace older classes with advanced nuclear power and enhanced armament, the ten Nimitz carriers have been pivotal in numerous military operations. Despite their extended service, technological advancements necessitate their eventual replacement by the more modern Ford-class carriers.

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Worked on Nimitz back 1974.

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Absolutely.

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Your BS AI VO mispronounces every damn military term in this video
Edit: I downvoted this video. Why does it have ZERO downvotes??

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We need to repair and upgrade these aircraft carriers and support ships to deploy to our southern hemisphere.