I served aboard as ships company for 6 years aboard Independence (CV-62), was airwing or was TAD to just about every carrier in my career. Spent about a year and a half on the USS America bringing my Sea Pay to just under 13 years at 20 year retirement. Being on a carrier was a tough life then. But I loved it, it was the highlight of my life, every time I looked up at them and then climbed aboard. My favorite system was the Arresting gear machinery room. I has massive brakes the squeel and shriek like the hounds of Hell. I love watching new guys when the first plane traps right above our heads. I don't remember many that didn't fall to the ground. You could feel the concussion and slam of the plane striking the deck. GO NAVY.
Was that before we turned into an embarrassing conglomerate of WOKE, DEI hires? IDK who's BRILLIANT idea it was to de-ball our military but they've done it! That and a coalition of socialist activists.🙄
I still remember it was called DC central..Rest in peace men in the USS Arizona memorial where i had the honor of reenlisting in December 7th 1983...Semper Fidelis...
As an 8-year Aviation side Navy Vet, I spent more time on WestPac and work up deployments with the VMFA Squad people I was friends with in my off time than I did my Squadron mates. I'll be that UBER Driver any day fam. Love n respect
@@Fr-xp9ez I really wonder if anyone who says they are a FORMER Marine was actually ever in the Corps. I've met a number of Marines and none of them referred to themselves as former Marines even if they are no longer in the Corps.
@@Mau-map3 "Clean bathrooms with a toothbrush" I'd bring that before court when i would be a civilian again. And then retire for good with all the cash from the settlement *and* and an honourable discharge *and* be eligible for veterans discounts.
@@1000-r3g lololol please allow me to explain, what I meant was that behind toilets and faucets, where sometimes water and dirt accumulates, toothbrushes are used so that every nook and cranny no matter how small, has to be spotless clean....mops and brooms are used to clean the floor , though 😆😆....
I was the welder on the crew that installed TV-DTS, IFLOLS, and the SPN-46 Radar aboard the Carl Vinson in 2001 at PSNS. She is by far my favorite CVN.
I can only imagine how complex and organized everything needs to be to keep a vessel of this size operational. Amazing insight into what goes on below deck
I want to say thank you to all the brave men and women who serve on our naval forces to keep us safe here in the USA. I sleep so much better at night knowing you are out there doing your service to your country. Thank you to the brave men and women and our naval forces.❤❤❤❤❤
With American border wide open and millions simply walking in and INVADING your country right now.... This ship is doing literally NOTHING for America's defense. ZERO. NADA. It's a huge money pit. costs BILLIONS $$$ to maintain and used only to scare little countries around the world... What a shame.
I served on the USS Kitty Hawk CV-63 from 1962-1964. It was the last oil fired Carrier and was decommissioned in 2009 and has since been scraped. The new nuclear powered Carriers might only be refueled ever 20 years but still require replenishment while under way with food, jet fuel and ordinance. Bottom Line is they are and were all amazing.
@@melwig2813 You are not quite right...JFK CV-67 was decommissioned on March 23, 2007, and the Kitty Hawk was decommissioned on May 12, 2009 making her the last oiled fired carrier.
The most fascinating is the people, from the designers to the constructors to the crew it is this group of people who have always and will in the future win wars. While the equipment is important it is the ingenuity, foresight, competence and most importantly dedications that make the US the mightiest power to ever exist.
I'm probably the only person on earth who got to steer a DDG (destroyer) when I was 11 yrs old. This was back in 1973 when my Dad was nearing the end of his Naval career as a SCPO on an Adams class destroyer. All the familes of the crew got to go on a cruise from Norfolk to Yorktown. It just so happened that the Skipper was a family friend of my Dad's. When we went up to the bridge he let me sit in his chair and take the helm 50 degrees port. True story...
@@TheManDownstairs13 FYI, I voted for Reagan twice, have NEVER voted Democrat and am an ardent Trump supporter (going to the polls today to vote for him). My Dad's ship was the USS Conyngham (DDG-17) SCPO David E. Winkler. The Skipper was Lloyd Fernal. If you've got anything else to say about it, then perhaps we can make arrangements for you to say it to my face - Cheers
I was aboard the “MIGHTY O”. USS ORISKANY CVA 34 from 1967 to 1971. I was a boatswain mate and got the thrill of being a helmsman during flight ops and regular steaming.
I was born in Honduras , i grew up since childhood in United States ,im interested, in having a career for me for four years , i think im more interested in the US Navy ❤, so i can have the oppurtunity to make a good change and impact of me.
@@CyberSystemOverload no it's not.. we talking a carrier from the USA .. that's the most powerful country of the universe period , what you expect? Weak ships ?
I have worked with several guys that served on such vessels. According to them. Those massive hulls had lots of hiding places. Secret little compartments you could sneak of to and get high, or laid. You know when you were supposed to be peeling potatoes or whatever...
Those spaces are called "voids", because they are supposed to be void of personnel. 😮. They are actually an integral part of the ships ability to remain afloat after the hull is damaged. The small voids fill with water instead of the rest of the ship. I have no personal experience with those spaces 👀
Yep , that's True " Hoss ". " Hoss " Barkwell U.S. Naval Aircraft Carrier 1973 ta 1976 - but no Women hadda desire to be onna Carrier with 5,000 swinging d. Women were Wiser back then & Men were acting like Sissies. In China , Today : 6 year old Boys & Girls practice Shooting & disassembling Guns on their 1st DAY of Class. A lotta Present Women & Men 12/26/2024 think a Man and woman are EQUAL ...by the Time children in North America reach 8 years old - they're convinced they can be a Boy or Girl ( Some places ) ruclips.net/video/9M2SlKzbF7E/видео.htmlsi=FuWvP48lTC6GW_z1
@@cbarkwell1000 I was an HT3 (Hull Repair Technician) in the US Navy. One of my jobs was the routine inspection of the voids. The access to the void is only opened enough to insert the oxygen and flammable gas detectors. If everything is ok, then we would enter the void for inspection.
I served on USS George Washington CVN-73 from 2006-2008. It's INSANE how many people are crammed into that ship. Whether you were going to smoke, check out haz mat, or grab chow...lines forever. But the views from our weapon platforms were incredible. I'll never forget watching from the aft CIWS mount as dolphins chased the ship.
@quetzalcoatlz some things can't be bought but outside the U.S. Im also not on a Naval carrier. You can't tell me there are no plastic and metal utensil companies in the U.S.? GTFO here with dumbass statements like. It's a naval carrier from items that are not exaxtly from pur allies, not a private home. If it said made in Britain, Germany, Japan, Taiwan even, no problems. China, problem.
Keep in mind that many of these amazing people that are responsible for some of the most expensive equipment and dire responsibilities are basically just kids!!! Amazing
You grow up fast in the military. Having a serious responsibility and the fear of what happens if you screw up, ages you really quickly. I'm speaking from experience.
@philipsmithers4826 No, it's closer to 23. Most of the work is performed by 18-24 year old junior enlisted. They are supervised by 24-26 year old NCO's (non commissioned officer), they are supervised by 26-28 year old NCO's with higher rank, etc.
I am amazed at the food services provided on these huge ships. It appears the food quality is far superior to that provided in the past. My father-in-law served in the Canadian Navy in WWII, where the food left much to be desired. The American navy was a bit better, but became monotonous. The Canadians and Brits were permitted booze on their ships (rum) whereas the Yank ships were dry, so whenever they met, the Americans traded food for booze.
Remember, things like loaves of bread are just too bulky to store, so instead ingredients like flour are brought on board. And then loaves of bread are freshly baked for thousands of hungry sailors EVERY DAY.
God I wish I could serve on a ship like this in Canada, but during my enlistment, I found I'm to sickly. Thank you to all who aren't, and for posting this video.
I was a cook on USS Saratoga CV 60 and the shifts were 12 hrs sometimes more if needed 7 days a week at sea and very little liberty . Worse duty ever for a MS. Did 2 years shore duty so much better.
Not carrying diesel fuel for the ship saves over 10% of the ships capacity. Stores for aviation fuel, ammo, and crew supplies is increased. Nuclear fuel is big advantage.
Conventional don't use diesel. It's all oils or any burnable fluid sprayed into a steam boiler. Even the nuclear powered aircraft is still a steam generator to power the ships engines.
I served aboard the USS Independence (CV-62) a conventional powered aircraft carrier. I’m not sure what’s happened to the language but I commonly hear the ships screws referred to as “propellers”. If you called them that, when I was in, somebody would look at you and say “Propellers are for airplanes” In the last few years I’ve noticed even sailors call them props or propellers. I know I didn’t make up calling them screws, but what happened?
Again you forgot the people that keep the clothes clean,the hair cut,the stores to buy things at.These are the people of the S3 div without them you would have a very unhappy crew.
@@Kordziel Please Excuse My Error! On Was Not Ships Company On The USS America CVA66, I Was An Aviation Electrons Tech..VF 101 F4 Phanthom Training Squadron Stationed At Naval Air Station Oceana or NAS Oceana United States Navy Naval Air Station Virginia Beach, Virginia...We Frequently Performed Training (Catapults /Aressing Gear, Catapult Assisted Take-Off / Aresting Gear Flight Deck Catches On The USS America 1966-1967.
All of it is fascinating and awe inspiring. However, the part that interests me the most is the meal preparation. 18k meals per day?! I have a hard time planning for the week. I cannot imagine the planning and storage logistics involved. Whatever else on the ship that works or doesn't, the crew has to eat! Amazing video. Thank you for letting us get some insight.
On the Saratoga CV 60 we had several places serving food there were officer's mess,the main mess deck for crew and even the CPOs had a galley for themselves and the captain had his own personal cook. There was a fast food mess deck that had hamburgers and fries even had a separate ice cream shop
Damn near like sleeping in a coffin being in those bunks, those would take me a bit to get use to. You get more sleep space in jail than we do in the Navy.
It's not bad unless you are easily frightened. Being awakened for midnight watch can cause a serious headache if you try to sit up suddenly. Never happened to me though 🤕.
Reminds me of my Navy days HS-15 (Helicopter Squadron), we went to sea on the Carriers USS America (CV-66) and the USS Independence (CV-62). Some good times and some tough times. I'd certainly do it again if I could live those days over again.
Serving aboard the USS Kitty Hawk must have been an incredible experience! As the last oil-fired carrier, it holds a special place in naval history, bridging the transition to the nuclear-powered era.
I was on a WW2 Destroyer (USS Blue) from '65 thru '67. In '67 I spent a day on the Independence and 3 days on the Kitty Hawk (6 hrs 'Huey time' over the Tonkin Gulf) trying to get a gear made for my air search radar. In the meantime, my ship left station so I got a 'ride' off the #3 cat to the Philippines to catch up with it. The last I knew, the Kitty Hawk was 'welded to the pier' in west Manhattan as a tourist attraction.
These carriers are amazing. The automation on the UK QE class especially. So much so that it only needs 25% of the number of crew than a Gerald Ford Class.
Still want to check out a carrier Bridge to Keel, Bow to Stern. The whole thing fascinates me. One of the first things that went on my bucket list. Thanks to those who served, and those who serve!
Outstanding video! Does an excellent job of showing the diversity of jobs required to operate a carrier. I liked all the closeups of the people (especially young people) doing their jobs. The video made it clear that everyone has a critical job and that every job requires a serious work ethic. I'm hoping (for the Navy) that a LOT of young viewers will see this video and say, "I've worked enough go-nowhere, low paying, uninteresting jobs. I'm gonna join THESE people and start me a worthwhile career." Expand your opportunities and your brain and make something of yourself. The Navy--the military, in general--is an excellent place to start. (I'm a Marine, but not a 'recruiter'--other than to say that it makes sense to make something of yourself.) Go for it, young folks. I wanna sleep well tonight and you can have a big part in making that happen. Good luck.
What’s it like to live and work inside the hull of such a massive aircraft carrier? Are there any specific challenges the crew faces during long deployments?
Think of it as a micro city. You share many of the same issues. The major issue is that you can't change employer if you don't like your coworkers or senior staff. Boredom was a huge problem before handheld gaming, tablets and wifi. Separation from family is the biggest problem. But while at sea you work 12 hours a day, seven days a week. More during hostilities or dangerous operations.
How often does the hull get a cleaning? I have seen small boats in the water for only a year having an encrustation which would weigh tonnes. Is there a crew who dives and cleans or does the ship have to go into drydock?
The hull is painted with a very, and I mean very, toxic paint. It takes years for barnacles or algae to be able to attach. It's hydro-blasted off when needed. Normally a ship is raised in a floating dry dock for removal and reapplication.
My great-grandfather served on the first aircraft carrier until 1896. On our wall there is still a picture of Otto Lilienthal, who was the first to take off from this aircraft carrier.
In 72, on a Med Cruise, our Amphib Squadron anchored in ScudaBay, Sicily over July4th week doing mock invasions… The Kennedy and Roosevelt were supporting offshore. On the night of 7/4… Both launched all their planes, each making 3 passes on the Rock… 1 pass Rockets, 1 guns & 1 bombs… We lay up on our helo deck all night watchin the fireworks 🎆 I’m 75, & seen many Guicci firework shows, But that Sicily night w/ 2 carrier’s night fire exercise,… was just memorable!
Ha ha, yes, I chuckled at that part of the video. As if anybody will just post information on the secret parts of this ship... I was going to troll post the channel, and talk about the di-lithium crystal processing station and how that is a whale of a time.... but, saw your comment 😂
I am highly Confused. You made a circle to the HULL, Boom you are nolonger sticking to give definition and give a thorough explanation of the HULL , but now the entire Ship, WHY???????
What happens to human waste? Does it go into the depths of the sea, or is it collected and discarded upon return to a port? Thousands of meals a day have to wind up somewhere.
At sea, it's discharged into the ocean, if it's in a large enough ocean. In smaller seas, like the Mediterranean, it's incinerated, close to shore it's held in tanks and later incinerated, discharged with sewer lines at a dock, or held until safe to discharge at sea.
It's like an aircraft carrier sitting on top of a sub..😮.. love ship museums. Been to the intrepid, Yorktown, Alabama to name a few.. these ships are amazing feats of engineering..
Can anyone tell me which VAW Squadron is shown at 19:28? The old school prop paintjob on the rotodome is sweet! I was in an E-2 squad from 97-00. I transferred before the new "turbo fan" props showed up, so I have a pang of nostalgia and I'm just curious.
As I pray for peace, I know we need these marvelous war machines. My favorite part of the carrier, however, is not the aircraft, as one might assume. The bridge and the mixture of activities there is most thrilling, as I am a former organization, deviance, and criminology graduate student; and the messes, of course, are of great interest. Sadly, I am too claustrophobic to think I could exist in the sleeping quarters; while extremely curious by the practice of cross training of all personnel. With respect, I remain serenely yours, NHG.
It’s called a “bulbous bow.” It’s shaped as it is to increase the smooth flow of water over the hull (hydrodynamic efficiency), allowing increased speed and ease of operation.
I was also waiting for that particular thing the whole way trough. Yes, I understand the hydrodynamic aspect but what is inside that considerable volume? Maybe the tour went in there and never mentioned the connection to the lead in circle. :-(
almost everyone looks like theyre 22. how the hell do these kids learn all this complicated shit so quick? trades take 10,000 hrs and even then theres sooooo much more learning to do.
Outstanding reporting ty. I'm curious about a few things like secrecy how it's kept from leaking. Internal communications between different depts. Chain of command internally and to and from govt ty
I was aboard the USS Ranger CV-611973-1976. The USS Ranger CIC had a computer under the computer operators that went from one side of the room under then to the other. CIC went from hallway to hallway. These days each operator has a computer station, the ship has wifi. Supply makes their supply orders through email so there is no need for my MOS, Radioman. They still have secure communications.
14-20 days to get a letter back from the states of your sweetheart best thing was the smell of her perfume, or the pine needles she put in the envelope for Christmas the smell of pine needles was incredible. She was my first wife only lasted until a year once I got out, I was 19 she was 17 when we got married no children together, But to this day when I smell that perfume, It takes right back to being in the Navy.
I served aboard as ships company for 6 years aboard Independence (CV-62), was airwing or was TAD to just about every carrier in my career. Spent about a year and a half on the USS America bringing my Sea Pay to just under 13 years at 20 year retirement. Being on a carrier was a tough life then. But I loved it, it was the highlight of my life, every time I looked up at them and then climbed aboard. My favorite system was the Arresting gear machinery room. I has massive brakes the squeel and shriek like the hounds of Hell. I love watching new guys when the first plane traps right above our heads. I don't remember many that didn't fall to the ground. You could feel the concussion and slam of the plane striking the deck. GO NAVY.
The uss America was one of the most janky ships I’ve been on lol. O oh spent a couple months on it, but I had some gnarly sea stories about it
Was that before we turned into an embarrassing conglomerate of WOKE, DEI hires? IDK who's BRILLIANT idea it was to de-ball our military but they've done it! That and a coalition of socialist activists.🙄
I still remember it was called DC central..Rest in peace men in the USS Arizona memorial where i had the honor of reenlisting in December 7th 1983...Semper Fidelis...
A massive war ship being operated by a bunch of 18,19,20 year olds SO AWESOME...... GOD'S SPEED.....THANK YOU ALL.
As a former Marine being a department of the Navy, I have a great respect for sailors aboard these massive vessels.
We're still marines...and always will be...Semper Fidelis.
As an 8-year Aviation side Navy Vet, I spent more time on WestPac and work up deployments with the VMFA Squad people I was friends with in my off time than I did my Squadron mates. I'll be that UBER Driver any day fam. Love n respect
@@Fr-xp9ez I really wonder if anyone who says they are a FORMER Marine was actually ever in the Corps. I've met a number of Marines and none of them referred to themselves as former Marines even if they are no longer in the Corps.
As European citizen, I tell you: they are not serving their country. The enemy is inside.
As a Euroweenie, you'd certainly know.
The general cleanliness of the vessel, the engine room areas in particular, is impeccable & impressive!
Wow!
That's military discipline
Clean bathrooms with a toothbrush, no water spots allowed, chrome things must be shiny as a mirror etc etc etc
@@Mau-map3 "Clean bathrooms with a toothbrush"
I'd bring that before court when i would be a civilian again.
And then retire for good with all the cash from the settlement *and* and an honourable discharge *and* be eligible for veterans discounts.
@@1000-r3g lololol please allow me to explain, what I meant was that behind toilets and faucets, where sometimes water and dirt accumulates, toothbrushes are used so that every nook and cranny no matter how small, has to be spotless clean....mops and brooms are used to clean the floor , though 😆😆....
@@Mau-map3 Ooooooh.
I understand, thank you very much!
Ok, in that case i would gladly grab that brush and do my job.
That’s why I knew I would always have a job after the Navy. I could be a janitor ANYWHERE.
I had the privilege and honor to weld on the Carl Vinson aircraft carrier at Newport News Shipyard in 1982.
I was the welder on the crew that installed TV-DTS, IFLOLS, and the SPN-46 Radar aboard the Carl Vinson in 2001 at PSNS. She is by far my favorite CVN.
Excelent!! Thank you for your top of the line work sir 💪🏻
@@ryanskare6670thank you for your top of line work sir 💪🏻
@@ryanskare6670 Awesome
@jayjay-bz3rr served top side on the Vinson from 01 to 05, she's a good ol girl, got a lot of nautical miles on that 'boat'
I can only imagine how complex and organized everything needs to be to keep a vessel of this size operational. Amazing insight into what goes on below deck
I want to say thank you to all the brave men and women who serve on our naval forces to keep us safe here in the USA. I sleep so much better at night knowing you are out there doing your service to your country. Thank you to the brave men and women and our naval forces.❤❤❤❤❤
With American border wide open and millions simply walking in and INVADING your country right now.... This ship is doing literally NOTHING for America's defense. ZERO. NADA.
It's a huge money pit. costs BILLIONS $$$ to maintain and used only to scare little countries around the world...
What a shame.
Without your support we could not do what we do so thank you
I served on the USS Kitty Hawk CV-63 from 1962-1964. It was the last oil fired Carrier and was decommissioned in 2009 and has since been scraped. The new nuclear powered Carriers might only be refueled ever 20 years but still require replenishment while under way with food, jet fuel and ordinance. Bottom Line is they are and were all amazing.
Not quite right. The last non-nuclear carrier was the JFK CV-67.
"has since been *scrapped*
🙄
I was on the USS Ranger CV-61 from 1988-1993, and it was the same way!!
@@melwig2813 You are not quite right...JFK CV-67 was decommissioned on March 23, 2007, and the Kitty Hawk was decommissioned on May 12, 2009 making her the last oiled fired carrier.
I think the new Ford battleship doesn't have too for 35years
I was on uss George Washington (CVN 73) from 2001-2006. Brings back memories.
Cool, not
I miss my dad so much, was on the USS TEXAS battleship, 1944-46❤
So sorry for your loss. 💔
CIC has really evolved since I was in CIC on the Enterprise In 1968-1969.
So sorry!
He was only 2 years old!?
@@yoyo5069 don't be a jerk
The most fascinating is the people, from the designers to the constructors to the crew it is this group of people who have always and will in the future win wars. While the equipment is important it is the ingenuity, foresight, competence and most importantly dedications that make the US the mightiest power to ever exist.
I'm probably the only person on earth who got to steer a DDG (destroyer) when I was 11 yrs old. This was back in 1973 when my Dad was nearing the end of his Naval career as a SCPO on an Adams class destroyer. All the familes of the crew got to go on a cruise from Norfolk to Yorktown. It just so happened that the Skipper was a family friend of my Dad's. When we went up to the bridge he let me sit in his chair and take the helm 50 degrees port. True story...
Ok Tampon Tim.
@@TheManDownstairs13 FYI, I voted for Reagan twice, have NEVER voted Democrat and am an ardent Trump supporter (going to the polls today to vote for him). My Dad's ship was the USS Conyngham (DDG-17) SCPO David E. Winkler. The Skipper was Lloyd Fernal. If you've got anything else to say about it, then perhaps we can make arrangements for you to say it to my face - Cheers
I think you need to get out more buddy.
@@CH-tp4wz Oh please. You're the one who needs to find something better to do with your time than being a keyboard warrior who trolls people on YT.
Just needed to drop in and laugh out loud 😂😂😂😂😂😂 this is hilarious
I was aboard the “MIGHTY O”. USS ORISKANY CVA 34 from 1967 to 1971. I was a boatswain mate and got the thrill of being a helmsman during flight ops and regular steaming.
I was born in Honduras , i grew up since childhood in United States ,im interested, in having a career for me for four years , i think im more interested in the US Navy ❤, so i can have the oppurtunity to make a good change and impact of me.
Do a trade like electrician or mechanic and your set for life.
It's 6 years, not 4.
The realization that just ONE American carrier is more powerful than the ENTIRE air force of some countries is mind blowing.
@@CyberSystemOverload no it's not.. we talking a carrier from the USA .. that's the most powerful country of the universe period , what you expect? Weak ships ?
@@CyberSystemOverload mmmhh nahh
Thanks Lord for bible study class
Military might means nothing without God. Thanks Lord for your salvation
@@Shaolin91z whatta ????
@@Shaolin91z Are you serious or trolling?
I have worked with several guys that served on such vessels. According to them. Those massive hulls had lots of hiding places. Secret little compartments you could sneak of to and get high, or laid. You know when you were supposed to be peeling potatoes or whatever...
Those spaces are called "voids", because they are supposed to be void of personnel. 😮. They are actually an integral part of the ships ability to remain afloat after the hull is damaged. The small voids fill with water instead of the rest of the ship.
I have no personal experience with those spaces 👀
Yep , that's True " Hoss ".
" Hoss " Barkwell
U.S. Naval Aircraft Carrier 1973 ta 1976 - but no Women hadda desire to be onna Carrier with 5,000 swinging d.
Women were Wiser back then & Men were acting like Sissies.
In China , Today : 6 year old Boys & Girls practice Shooting & disassembling Guns on their 1st DAY of Class.
A lotta Present Women & Men 12/26/2024 think a Man and woman are EQUAL ...by the Time children in North America reach 8 years old - they're convinced they can be a Boy or Girl ( Some places )
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@@ComancheWarrior63
" Voids " - I hadn't heard that word in a long time. You are Right about that.
@@cbarkwell1000 I was an HT3 (Hull Repair Technician) in the US Navy. One of my jobs was the routine inspection of the voids. The access to the void is only opened enough to insert the oxygen and flammable gas detectors. If everything is ok, then we would enter the void for inspection.
I served on USS George Washington CVN-73 from 2006-2008. It's INSANE how many people are crammed into that ship. Whether you were going to smoke, check out haz mat, or grab chow...lines forever.
But the views from our weapon platforms were incredible. I'll never forget watching from the aft CIWS mount as dolphins chased the ship.
SO MANY jellyfish lighting up in the water near the Starboard Bow's smoking sponson at night, dude! Pure magic!!!!
@@CoffinBait-i7z Just watch out for those FOD walk downs when the smoking lamp gets lit 🤣
So
Just like prison
@dpatt6175 Nah. Even in the middle of the ocean, you have more freedom than a prison. And the food is way better...most of the time.
"Lounges equipped with televisions... " Looked like a squadron briefing room to me, that doubles as a theatre.
Yes. That was a ready room.
God bless all who service our country
"serve"
I did 12 years MM ..
US Navy is the best. 👍
He is not serving his country many thousands of miles away from the USA.They make billionaires richer.Veterans are homeless.
Cooking is such a rewarding profession, it's the chefs that take pride in that, that really keep the world moving
Amazing and beautiful ships.
It's concerning seeing the 'Made in China' box in the kitchen of our Naval ships kitchen. Let alone, other places. 13:23
Good eye hahaha
No joke!
With that logic go sell 90% of your possessions.
@quetzalcoatlz some things can't be bought but outside the U.S. Im also not on a Naval carrier. You can't tell me there are no plastic and metal utensil companies in the U.S.? GTFO here with dumbass statements like. It's a naval carrier from items that are not exaxtly from pur allies, not a private home. If it said made in Britain, Germany, Japan, Taiwan even, no problems. China, problem.
When you're out at sea, you take on replenishments from wherever you're sailing through...
Keep in mind that many of these amazing people that are responsible for some of the most expensive equipment and dire responsibilities are basically just kids!!! Amazing
Recently saw a video of some member of the crew of one of these Carriers saying the average age is 19 years old. Is this true?
You grow up fast in the military. Having a serious responsibility and the fear of what happens if you screw up, ages you really quickly. I'm speaking from experience.
@philipsmithers4826 No, it's closer to 23. Most of the work is performed by 18-24 year old junior enlisted. They are supervised by 24-26 year old NCO's (non commissioned officer), they are supervised by 26-28 year old NCO's with higher rank, etc.
that's super video 100/100 thank you a lot for share
2:14 I always enjoy learning about “marbles of engineering.”🤦♂️
It’s even in the cc.😂
God BLESS ALL OUR MEMBERS IN THE SERVICE THAT PROTECT US FROM HARM AND THAT GAVE THERE LIVES FOR OUR FREEDOM. ❤
God? Lol
@@bertblue9683you think all of this exploded from nothing? 😂🤪
I am amazed at the food services provided on these huge ships. It appears the food quality is far superior to that provided in the past. My father-in-law served in the Canadian Navy in WWII, where the food left much to be desired. The American navy was a bit better, but became monotonous. The Canadians and Brits were permitted booze on their ships (rum) whereas the Yank ships were dry, so whenever they met, the Americans traded food for booze.
Remember, things like loaves of bread are just too bulky to store, so instead ingredients like flour are brought on board. And then loaves of bread are freshly baked for thousands of hungry sailors EVERY DAY.
Yeah, the airplanes with their turbine engines going mach 3 are boring compared to the potatoes.
I was blown away when I toured the USS Lexington, that thing is nothing compared to these machines!
Good to know it's carefully welded together!
God I wish I could serve on a ship like this in Canada, but during my enlistment, I found I'm to sickly.
Thank you to all who aren't, and for posting this video.
I was part of the welding crew that put this massive thing together..people don't realize how much work this thing took
Carrier life is the best experience in the navy...I served on USS JFK CV67 USS George Washington CVN73..USS GHW Bush CVN 77..Go Navy
Wow! No way
Connie,Stennis,Kitty Hawk,Ike ,Jfk, did the 97 Med Cruise on the JFK
Capt Fahey and XO Bader.
I was a cook on USS Saratoga CV 60 and the shifts were 12 hrs sometimes more if needed 7 days a week at sea and very little liberty . Worse duty ever for a MS. Did 2 years shore duty so much better.
Lots and lots RESPECT NAVY ❤❤❤❤❤GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Not carrying diesel fuel for the ship saves over 10% of the ships capacity.
Stores for aviation fuel, ammo, and crew supplies is increased.
Nuclear fuel is big advantage.
True. Only design issue with that is the mid-life refit, which costs a pretty penny due to the Nuclear Plants
Conventional don't use diesel. It's all oils or any burnable fluid sprayed into a steam boiler. Even the nuclear powered aircraft is still a steam generator to power the ships engines.
Thank you captain obvious
@@bertblue9683 The concept is obvious, but not the amount. I was quantifying the impact.
I served aboard the USS Independence (CV-62) a conventional powered aircraft carrier. I’m not sure what’s happened to the language but I commonly hear the ships screws referred to as “propellers”. If you called them that, when I was in, somebody would look at you and say “Propellers are for airplanes”
In the last few years I’ve noticed even sailors call them props or propellers. I know I didn’t make up calling them screws, but what happened?
You're correct. They are properly called screws. My father...a sailor too...always said that too.
I was a MM ...several destroyers...12 yrs.
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@@JusticeAlways Thank you! I was beginning to wonder if I was having memory problems. Old age, as Charles de Gaulle says, “is a shipwreck.”
Ships' propellers?! Screw that.
The term is correct. Aircraft propellers are termed "airscrews".
Feel like this is one of those "Its not a gun its a rifle" things.
Again you forgot the people that keep the clothes clean,the hair cut,the stores to buy things at.These are the people of the S3 div without them you would have a very unhappy crew.
YOU forgot the 100 or so PILOTS, without whom the whole thing serves no purpose whatever.
SORRY.@@penultimateh766
@@penultimateh766bottom line
@@penultimateh766Wasn’t aware pilots were under S3 as well. Learn something new every day. Huh.
Very well-done video. Thanks for posting.
Great Video! I Was Stationed On 3 Aircraft Carriers: Uss America..Uss Saratoga..& Uss Forrestal. Amazing Peace Keeping & War Ships! Just Amazing!
When were you on CVA66?
@@Kordziel Please Excuse My Error! On Was Not Ships Company On The USS America CVA66, I Was An Aviation Electrons Tech..VF 101 F4 Phanthom Training Squadron Stationed At Naval Air Station Oceana or NAS Oceana United States Navy Naval Air Station Virginia Beach, Virginia...We Frequently Performed Training (Catapults /Aressing Gear, Catapult Assisted Take-Off / Aresting Gear Flight Deck Catches On The USS America 1966-1967.
I find the whole thing fascinating. This was a very good video. Thank you very much!
Great documentary, all I can say is that whoever designs these incredible ships, are absolute geniuses.
What a great vid! Really enjoyed the in depth view, amazig piece of engineering.
Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸
All of it is fascinating and awe inspiring. However, the part that interests me the most is the meal preparation. 18k meals per day?! I have a hard time planning for the week. I cannot imagine the planning and storage logistics involved. Whatever else on the ship that works or doesn't, the crew has to eat! Amazing video. Thank you for letting us get some insight.
On the Saratoga CV 60 we had several places serving food there were officer's mess,the main mess deck for crew and even the CPOs had a galley for themselves and the captain had his own personal cook. There was a fast food mess deck that had hamburgers and fries even had a separate ice cream shop
I like the ships.very beautiful and impressive.professional sailors
I like women
This is the reality of living aboard a ship. I hope they show this to recruits so they know what they're getting into.
Damn near like sleeping in a coffin being in those bunks, those would take me a bit to get use to. You get more sleep space in jail than we do in the Navy.
It's not bad unless you are easily frightened. Being awakened for midnight watch can cause a serious headache if you try to sit up suddenly. Never happened to me though 🤕.
very impressive.....love this video
Reminds me of my Navy days HS-15 (Helicopter Squadron), we went to sea on the Carriers USS America (CV-66) and the USS Independence (CV-62). Some good times and some tough times. I'd certainly do it again if I could live those days over again.
So what
Been out the navy since 06 this brought me back thanks
Serving aboard the USS Kitty Hawk must have been an incredible experience! As the last oil-fired carrier, it holds a special place in naval history, bridging the transition to the nuclear-powered era.
I was on a WW2 Destroyer (USS Blue) from '65 thru '67. In '67 I spent a day on the Independence and 3 days on the Kitty Hawk (6 hrs 'Huey time' over the Tonkin Gulf) trying to get a gear made for my air search radar. In the meantime, my ship left station so I got a 'ride' off the #3 cat to the Philippines to catch up with it. The last I knew, the Kitty Hawk was 'welded to the pier' in west Manhattan as a tourist attraction.
These carriers are amazing. The automation on the UK QE class especially. So much so that it only needs 25% of the number of crew than a Gerald Ford Class.
As we say in the Navy: "Well done". I was (and proud of it) PN3 Ship's USS FOX (DLG-33) second Vietnam tour 1966-67. ☮
Still want to check out a carrier Bridge to Keel, Bow to Stern. The whole thing fascinates me. One of the first things that went on my bucket list. Thanks to those who served, and those who serve!
Thanks for the heads up i was thinking about buying a aircraft carrier
Outstanding video! Does an excellent job of showing the diversity of jobs required to operate a carrier. I liked all the closeups of the people (especially young people) doing their jobs. The video made it clear that everyone has a critical job and that every job requires a serious work ethic. I'm hoping (for the Navy) that a LOT of young viewers will see this video and say, "I've worked enough go-nowhere, low paying, uninteresting jobs. I'm gonna join THESE people and start me a worthwhile career." Expand your opportunities and your brain and make something of yourself. The Navy--the military, in general--is an excellent place to start. (I'm a Marine, but not a 'recruiter'--other than to say that it makes sense to make something of yourself.) Go for it, young folks. I wanna sleep well tonight and you can have a big part in making that happen. Good luck.
The pilots are a tad more critical than the other people.
I think I'm just fascinated by just the daily life on these ships.
Great video.
What’s it like to live and work inside the hull of such a massive aircraft carrier? Are there any specific challenges the crew faces during long deployments?
Think of it as a micro city. You share many of the same issues. The major issue is that you can't change employer if you don't like your coworkers or senior staff. Boredom was a huge problem before handheld gaming, tablets and wifi.
Separation from family is the biggest problem. But while at sea you work 12 hours a day, seven days a week. More during hostilities or dangerous operations.
You forgot to mention the bowling allies and billiard parlors they have! Former destroyer sailor here….
Excellent overview! So Complex!
Very nice presentation and knowledge of Warships Life also
So powerful!
The bridge is the place to be . In out of the weather , great view, what could be better than that?
How often does the hull get a cleaning? I have seen small boats in the water for only a year having an encrustation which would weigh tonnes. Is there a crew who dives and cleans or does the ship have to go into drydock?
The hull is painted with a very, and I mean very, toxic paint. It takes years for barnacles or algae to be able to attach. It's hydro-blasted off when needed. Normally a ship is raised in a floating dry dock for removal and reapplication.
Excellent video,
All thumbs up
My great-grandfather served on the first aircraft carrier until 1896.
On our wall there is still a picture of Otto Lilienthal, who was the first to take off from this aircraft carrier.
The closest thing to an imperial star destroyer you can get.
Look forward to the vid about the latest carriers.
In 72, on a Med Cruise, our Amphib Squadron anchored in ScudaBay, Sicily over July4th week doing mock invasions…
The Kennedy and Roosevelt were supporting offshore.
On the night of 7/4…
Both launched all their planes, each making 3 passes on the Rock…
1 pass Rockets, 1 guns & 1 bombs…
We lay up on our helo deck all night watchin the fireworks 🎆
I’m 75, & seen many Guicci firework shows,
But that Sicily night w/ 2 carrier’s night fire exercise,… was just memorable!
Lol at the Russian bot asking for classified info.
Trump sold that information to Russia, China and Saudi Arabia 4 more than 3 years ago
Ha ha, yes, I chuckled at that part of the video.
As if anybody will just post information on the secret parts of this ship...
I was going to troll post the channel, and talk about the di-lithium crystal processing station and how that is a whale of a time.... but, saw your comment 😂
I am highly Confused. You made a circle to the HULL, Boom you are nolonger sticking to give definition and give a thorough explanation of the HULL , but now the entire Ship, WHY???????
Yes. What's in the bulbus bow?
I know, right!
Lol, I was expecting some about the bulb as well ! Maybe there's not much / enough in it to do xtra report ?? 😅🤗✌️🍀🌻
It's shaped like that for stability and speed. It's mostly solid and is part of the ships ballast system. Behind it is the anchor chain locker.
Fantastic👍
Brings back memories
Top-notch engineering. Shows why the United States is the most powerful country in the world.
Most powerful country that is currently run by buffoons!
Great and fascinating video, most illustrative, congrats are in full order. Job well done indeed.
What happens to human waste?
Does it go into the depths of the sea, or is it collected and discarded upon return to a port?
Thousands of meals a day have to wind up somewhere.
At sea, it's discharged into the ocean, if it's in a large enough ocean. In smaller seas, like the Mediterranean, it's incinerated, close to shore it's held in tanks and later incinerated, discharged with sewer lines at a dock, or held until safe to discharge at sea.
The canteen ! Food looks awesome
AO's are the best of the bunch!!!
Great very nice
God Bless and Protect our Members
It's like an aircraft carrier sitting on top of a sub..😮.. love ship museums. Been to the intrepid, Yorktown, Alabama to name a few.. these ships are amazing feats of engineering..
Right On Go Army!
We in the Navy really appreciate you guys in the Army, because you go to places that are really tough for us. Whaddya call them? Continents, right?
Can anyone tell me which VAW Squadron is shown at 19:28? The old school prop paintjob on the rotodome is sweet! I was in an E-2 squad from 97-00. I transferred before the new "turbo fan" props showed up, so I have a pang of nostalgia and I'm just curious.
Thank you, to all active and retired military reading this.
As I pray for peace, I know we need these marvelous war machines. My favorite part of the carrier, however, is not the aircraft, as one might assume. The bridge and the mixture of activities there is most thrilling, as I am a former organization, deviance, and criminology graduate student; and the messes, of course, are of great interest. Sadly, I am too claustrophobic to think I could exist in the sleeping quarters; while extremely curious by the practice of cross training of all personnel. With respect, I remain serenely yours, NHG.
I have the greatest respect for the Marines who are living in one of the biggest Aircraft Carrier.
I know what that front is but wonder why they point it out but never mention it.
Good point?
Perhaps ‘they’ want to know!
It’s called a “bulbous bow.” It’s shaped as it is to increase the smooth flow of water over the hull (hydrodynamic efficiency), allowing increased speed and ease of operation.
It breaks the water so the hull doesn't get pounded by big ripples in the water, also increases performance
I was also waiting for that particular thing the whole way trough. Yes, I understand the hydrodynamic aspect but what is inside that considerable volume? Maybe the tour went in there and never mentioned the connection to the lead in circle. :-(
almost everyone looks like theyre 22. how the hell do these kids learn all this complicated shit so quick? trades take 10,000 hrs and even then theres sooooo much more learning to do.
A-School and then on-the-job supervised training. It just works.
Impressive 💪🏼🇺🇸
I was on the USS RICHARD E.BYRD stationed Norfolk Virginia from 1978 till 1982 guided missile destroyer.
Norfolk, Virginia '83-"87, USS Spruance DD-963. Spruance class destroyer, "First and Finest".
Awesome 👍😎
Outstanding reporting ty. I'm curious about a few things like secrecy how it's kept from leaking. Internal communications between different depts. Chain of command internally and to and from govt ty
Amazing!
wow, amazing!!!
Quá Đẳng Cấp 🎉🎉❤❤
I was aboard the USS Ranger CV-611973-1976. The USS Ranger CIC had a computer under the computer operators that went from one side of the room under then to the other. CIC went from hallway to hallway. These days each operator has a computer station, the ship has wifi. Supply makes their supply orders through email so there is no need for my MOS, Radioman. They still have secure communications.
14-20 days to get a letter back from the states of your sweetheart best thing was the smell of her perfume, or the pine needles she put in the envelope for Christmas the smell of pine needles was incredible. She was my first wife only lasted until a year once I got out, I was 19 she was 17 when we got married no children together, But to this day when I smell that perfume, It takes right back to being in the Navy.
Remember the old saying loose lips sinks ship.
Wow very nice ❤