City At Sea: Life Inside World’s Largest US Navy Aircraft Carrier | Full Documentary 

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My Dad turned 95 years old on December 31st, 2022... was on a carrier during WW ll. My Dad traveled all around the world. He still talks about his amazing Navy experience and loved every minute of it!!

As an ex RAN sailor i had the opportunity to go on the Nimitz and the Midway. The US Navy personnel are experts in their field, friendly and accommodating. I continue to be in awe of these giants of the sea (and jealous of the crew). US Navy carriers are where it’s at!!

I’m retired Army aviation (rotary wing) but I’ve always been curious and amazed with the Navy’s dynamics, logistical nightmares and miracles. I love the military’s camaraderie! Seeing the sacrifices that we all make/made to serve our country. Also seeing these highly trained and talented servicemen and women. Serving our country has and always will be the honor of my life! Thank you all!!!

Those guys deserve all the credit in the world. Very rude and dedication. Serve this country and keeps us safe. We love you all. God bless you.

Because of all that have and are now serving , I can go to sleep and know that tomorrow my day will be just another day. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.

I am so proud of our Navy! This video just made me even prouder! My dad was in the Navy during World War II and operated in the Pacific Theatre. I have several friends who are active Navy and Air Navy. I make it a point when I see someone in uniform to say to them "Thank You for your service."

I served in the navy 1981 to 1985 and was stationed in Sigonella Sicily. As a female at that time, we were not allowed to be on a carrier or any war oriented vessel. This was prior to desert storm. But I was an aviation machinist mate (AD).

Major respect for the culinary specialists, cooks, and galley workers. Ton of work around the clock.

I was a cook in the US Army, and let me tell you Navy cooks and their kitchen are the best

My dad served in the US Navy aboard both the USS Lexington and USS Independence. He speaks frequently about his adventures. He cries a lot, too. He misses his time serving his country ♥️ I’m so grateful to him and all that serve.

I just got back from Everett Washington. My grandson is stationed there and for my birthday he was able to take me on the destroyer he is on. It was the best birthday ever. Now that I have seen this video I do appreciate more everything he does. Very proud of him. Very thankful for our armed forces.

Thanks for the video. It brought so much memories. I was on the USS INDEPENDENCE and since then, I have never had a similar experience. As a trouble shooter on the flight deck for GSE (Ground Support Equipment ), our RFI (Ready for Issue) status was always 99.9%. God bless America.

I’m a proud Navy Dad. My son is currently forward deployed in Japan and assigned with USS Ronald Reagan. He flies the F18E Super Hornet. I wish and pray for them to be safe always. Thanks for posting this video.

Outstanding video and a huge hats off to all US Navy personnel who protect the freedom we cherish so much. As the late President Ronald Reagan once said: "We will always be prepared so we may always be free."

I was a Jet Mech with VA-146 out of NAS Lemoore and served aboard the USS Constellation in the 1970s. Shipboard life is a whole different experience.

I served on the USS Coral Sea CVA 43 during the Viet Nam War. I worked with guided missiles that went onto the planes. 12 hrs on & 12 hrs off. I was lucky as I worked from 7 pm to 7 am so my shift was fine. I love ever minute of it & am proud to say that I have served.

In 1953, the FDR carrier came to Beirut Lebanon. My Uncle Mike was crew on that magnificent ship. As a young student, along with my folks we got to take a cruise for a day and watch what went on aboard, and it was fascinating. Not the same as it is today, but nonetheless impressive. We watched old prop powered war planes launched and recovered, and got to eat with the crew and tour most of the ship. One of the hi-lights of the day was an exhibition Basketball match between the Ship's Navy Team and the world renowned Harlem Globetrotters. That was a day in my life I will never forget.

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN!!!!!! May GOD BLESS YOU!!!!

I served on the USS Bon Homme Richard CVA31 and USS Constellation CV64, Both served in the Gulf of Tonkin during the Viet Nam War. I experienced swim call out at sea! I Never seen the ocean so calm like glass!

I was in the army.but I'm proud of the NAVY. I HAD A FRIEND ON THE KITTY HAWK. I LOVE AIR CRAFT MOST OF ALL. I LOVE TO WATCH THEM CATAPULT OFF THE DECK OF A CARRIER. WE ARE THE GREATEST NATION IN THE WORLD.

Thanks for your service. God bless you all.

What a great video. Very informative. Thanks to all the sailors in the US Navy for your courageous service. 🇺🇸

I was on flight deck of the Uss.Lexington Cvt 16.I worked with the arresting gear. Very dangerous

What an Organized Group Of People. God bless you all.

Been 30 years since i last stepped foot on the flight deck. Spent 6 months , 12 hour shifts on the flight deck as a plane captain aboard the Kennedy (CV67). It was the most exciting time working up there, loved every second of it. Watching these videos brings back so many memories, and it’s interesting how many things really haven’t changed except todays sailors sure do get better food than we did back then.

Thank you for sharing this information with us. I became an American citizen 50 years ago, and my son retired from US Air Force. I am so proud of being an American. God Bless America and our soldiers.

Thank you all for your service! So much skill and hard work making it look effortless. My dad was in the US Navy during the Korean War. He became a firefighter after he got out and rose up the ranks to Asst Chif. He was also a pilot, CFI and taught me to fly at 15 yo. We’d go out before high school and his work. After retiring, he and Mom, with my brother helping when not at school or work, built 2 experimental aircraft, a Long-Eze, then a Glasair 2RG. They flew both planes all over the country going to air shows or to the beach. I miss flying with Dad so much. RIP Mom and Dad ❤️❤️

"Freedom isn't #Free!# "Thank You For Your Service"❤ Your service is greatly appreciated and respected by the citizens dwelling in the #UnitedStatesOfAmerica! 🇺🇸 May God continue to Bless you, and your families for your tremendous #sacrifices to #Serve❤ #Godspeed!!!

I am also a US Navy veteran..I served on the USS Saratoga.i was a grape..V4 division I still talk to alot of my shipmates today..and parents please don't forget those care packages when we are deployed overseas They mean the world to us.i rode a camel

I am a Navy vet and served as a commissary man on the old USS Randolph, CVS 15 which was de commissioned in 1969. She was a much smaller ship and served through WW2. We served as an ASW ship and hunted submarines. It is really amazing to see all the changes that have taken place on a carrier since my days. I very much enjoyed the time we spent at sea and the places we visited. True we worked hard every day at sea but it was truly rewarding. I envy all of these young people serving on these ships and thank God for them serving our country. I also very much enjoy these Documentaries, Thank you.

I served on the USS Coral Sea CVA 43 during the Viet Nam War. I worked with guided missiles that went onto the planes. 12 hrs on & 12 hrs off. I was lucky as I worked from 7 pm to 7 am so my shift was fine. I love ever minute of it & am proud to say that I have served.

I have never been so sadden by comments that have been left under this video by those who wouldnt spend one day doing what any of our veterans have done but boy they sure enjoy the freedom they have to run there trap- I’m a soilders wife - and While they are idiots who are disrespectful to our veterans ; thank you for your sacrifice and service. We live in freedom bc of each of you and are kept safe by those still serving- I’m sorry that we live in a time that they aren’t teaching respect by playing video games all day- and apparently parents forgot to teach there childern. If you don’t have anything worth while to bring to the conversation that don’t involve yourself - or if you don’t have nothing nice to say don’t say nothing. Spend your time instead learning how an elected official makes the order and these men and woman simply carry out those orders and unless you have sacrifice like they have shut your mouth-

As part of a 5 Generation Navy family. Starting with my Great Grandfather (Retired VADM), my Grand Father (Retired ADM), my Father Retired ADM), mt two older Brothers (Retired Capt.), myself (Retired CDR), my Daughter (Active Duty Capt.) And my Son (Active Duty LT). And maybe a 6th Generation coming up with my Grand Kids. Thanks to ALL that Served, are Serving.

Great video and very informative for none Americans. God Bless and protect America our Western World saviour with Love ❤️ from Azores. Trump 2024.

Never had the pleasure of sharing any time on a boat with fellow serviceman, but I did serve the Seabees as a (BU) and couldn’t be more proud. Although I never boarded a ship for any reason, I still find it to be the most interesting aspect of the Navy. Hoorah Seabees

JOHN 3:16 FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD ,THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOSOEVER BELIEVETH IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH, BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE.

So increadible! Thank you all you brave service personel for protecting our country!

If I was a young person again, I would definitely repeat my tour of duty with the Corps. Being on a naval vessel in the middle of the south china sea just waiting for something to go down was exhilarating. Tough, grimmy, cramped, hot. I wouldn't have traded it for the world.

I have a part me (my son) is on the CVN 77 on deployment at present, I hope he and all the rest of the sailors are enjoying their trip, it's his first and I do wish him and all the others crew members on board a happy, safe, memorable trip and may God keep them together until their return to our shore...

I had always figured the “running” of an Aircraft Carrier or ANY of the naval vessels was a huge undertaking & this video shows & explains that. Still higher than my “figuring”. 🇦🇺🇺🇸

I’m 68 years old and I’ve worked for a major power company for 35 years. When I was 18 till I was 24 years old I did nothing with my life . I did finish High School, and I went back at night to get my GED . Finally at 24 I was hired as a labor for the power company . I worked my way up by going to night classes and some college to become an Electrician and Control Technician for the Nuclear Power Plant . I so wish I had done something with my life those 6 years I wasted. I would have loved to have been on one of these great Aircraft Carriers . Very interesting

I am the proud father of a submariner, recently promoted to petty officer first class. He is going to college (remotely) while working and will apply to become an officer once he gets his diploma. Tough guys, these submariners.

Thanks you so much america for helping the phlippines. God bless america

Hats off ! to the United States Navy , only in America the BEST in the world.

Unbelievable! The sheer size and power are so impressive!

God bless all those who serve their nation on the high seas. Napoleon Bonaparte said "An army marches on its stomach". It doesn't get any better watching the culinary team prepare and serve the crew. Top marks.

America is great country..... God bless America

I was in the Navy for 5 years as an aircrewman on P-3C Orion's which are land based only so I've never been on a ship. One of my bosses retired after 30 years and never stepped foot on a ship. He just kept rotating betwween P-3C squadrons which are considered sea duty because we go on 6 month deployments and shore duty - he was an AOCM (NAC).

Thanks all for your wonderful service Proud of you all

Omg! What a great video. Educational, fun, important and downright inspirational. Thank you to all who put this together. I will be sharing this with friends.🇺🇸🚒

God bless America. Commenting from Nigeria

This video only really focused on the topside life and totally ignored how everything about how the carrier life works. Stop focusing on videos like this that only show one perspective. In reality, the ones pulling the weight are not the ones on the video. Ask how electricity is carried around these ships, ask how the water (the number one ingredient and necessity) is made, ask how the steam is made, ask how the ship moves, ask how the jets are able to fly off the ship. Ask how the cattapults are able to go back and forth, etc... it's not magic, it's those below working on a 24/7 schedule. Not "days and nights" like everyone else on the ship. Those who work 18-20 hours straight in the propulsion plant, go out to eat, study because of the constant demand, shower and jump in bed for an hour or so before going back down, spending not days but weeks without seing the sun, missing sunday events, missing flydeck events, missing out on FOOD, missing out in celebrations, etc. The credit for every single jet flying out, or everytime you drink or eat, or everytime you go and take a shower, is thanks to the reactor department ensuring that everything is running properly. Those in Mechanical, Control, Propulsion, Electrical, Auxiliary, Dose and Training, those who you rarely see, those are the ones running this beast of a ship. From knowing how it is to live in this style for 9 months on single deployments and living/working next to my fellow brothers I can tell you, there is way more than what these videos in YT tells you, but not a single one gives credit where credit is due.

God bless USA Navy

I must have joined the wrong Navy back in 1962 2 week's out powdered milk an eggs aboard USS RANDOLPH. Jello and salteen crackers were fresh lol . Don't forget 3 minute shower. Sleeping on racks 2' above each other 7 high on 2" thick mattress.

THIS IS ON MY BUCKET LIST. BEFORE I DIE I WANT TO RIDE IN A F-14. MY DREAM.

Thanks for this great story. My dad was a SeaBee on Tinian. I was honored the accompany my oldest son, a Marine, aboard the USS America on a "Tiger Cruise" going aboard at the end of Fleet Week in NYC, sailing to Norfolk, allowed to wander the ship at will, watching a launch, a Tomcat supersonic flyby, and then revovery of the planes. I had my own bunk with the marines in my sons group. The cruise gave me the greatest respect and gratitude for our Navy. God Bless the Navy, and God Bless America.

This is breathtaking! .As they give their lives for the nation. the giver of life and health keep and bless them and their families in Jesus Christ's name

Fascinating. Great and informative video. Thank you for sharing. Thank you ALL for your service. 🙏 💪❤️🤍💙✌️❤️🤍💙👍

My first and only active carrier duty as ships company was on the U.S.S Independence for 3 and 1/4 years to the Mediterranean Sea. From a Seaman Recruit to Seaman as a Boatswain Mate for a year transfer to 3rd Class Petty Officer to a 2nd Class Petty Officer Data Processor Technician. I did get on several Carriers as a guess during my active duty and during my reserve time for work that needed to be completed. My twilight tour was returning to Indy for the second time in Japan, and my last time to see her would be Banger, Washington in her mothball stage. This film is true with more that I didn't have in my time as active duty. Thanks for the old memories

Got to tour one years ago. I was amazed by size and operation of carrier. Ship was in dock.

I just wanted to say THANK YOU to all that served and serving our nation. I also prayed God will keeps all of you safe under his arms. USA!!!!! From an old VN war refugee. Stay Safe and Stay Brave!

USS Enterprise (CVN-65), USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75), USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63), USS George Washington (CVN-73), USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) - loved my service.

God Bless America

Uncle Sam will feed you regardless of which branch of the military you serve. It may have not been what I wanted to eat daily but I've never been hungry while I served in the US Army from day 1 to my last day served on active duty.😋😛

Big Respect for All Navy!!

Cooks are the most important people on the ship. Better treat them well.

Wonderful video❤❤❤

I Very proud to be American 🇺🇸 ❤

I served 20 years in the navy. I was in CV 59 USS Forrestal , CV 61 USS Ranger, CVN 70 USS Carl Vinson. I’m glad I stayed in for 20 years, my benefits alone helped me a lot especially now that I’m retired. No problem whatsoever on health and life insurance.

Been there, done that, as a "Roof Rat". Plane Captain, actually. Fun, and very exciting.

Proud to know one ship I served on is now a Museum in San Diego, I just wish I could see it one last time before I check out.

My thing is now that IM 50 in 2023. I wish I could have had the Discipline these sailors have. Unlike myself in 1992. When I served on the USS HOIST ARS 40 as a Culinary Specialist. My other shipmates who had been experienced to the NAVY before they were stationed on the HOIST, would tell me,"This ship ain't the REAL NAVY". Because "she" wasnt a combat vessel. And when we went overseas, we DIDN'T deploy with a FLEET. We traveled SOLO, in VERY ROUGH SEAS at times. And our ship was only 212ft long. As opposed to a aircraft carrier. What ALWAYS "GETS" me is the SIZE and SCALE of very large ships that I NEVER SERVED or stepped on to. And back in 1992 women could serve on combat ships. So that's why I chose to be stationed on a non combat ships. And I was scared of the potential of combat. And I DIDN'T LIKE THE FACT,that no WOMEN , could be AROUND, just to see later, ITS PLENTY OF FEMALES ON all ships.

Thank you very much sir ma'am.. salute from the philippines 🇵🇭 ... very nice video... of an air craft carrier... very. nformative... long lived USA... I'm from cebu philippines 🇵🇭... more power to you all.... bravo3 muchos grasyas adios....

From Thomas Courts USS Wasp CVA 18. This is light years away from my 4 years 52 to 56. In engineering I could still go anywhere including the flight deck during launches. With no AC I could sleep in a gas station under the flight deck. I was also required to spend 3 mouths assisting the cooks. During swim call we always had a boat in the water looking for sharks.

Thank you to all the men and women of the US Navy for your service 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

I served in uss hornet cvs 12 for a year . able to visit Australia and become shellback with this ship .

I got a self guided tour on the decommishioned JFK 67. Its very nasty in its current condition but at the same time its impressive in size and intimidating. Its currently moored at Philadelphia shipyard awaiting for disposal.

This old Army guy loves carrier videos found on youtube. If I had known 53 years ago what I know now I would have gone Navy and asked for flight deck duty.

As a service member who is currently stationed on USS Couch where I have proudly served as a cushion weight for 41 years I would like to thank all service members.

This is a awesome video to show everyone. I loved it from beginning to end. I learned a lot . Thank you ever so much for sharing. Have a great day. And stay safe . ❤⚘️. LINDA

Wow..I feel like I just turned over my aircraft carrier and found the 1-800 tech support and this is what it sounds like..lol God Bless our men and women.. Be Safe❤❤

I was on the USS America CV 66 during the Persian Gulf. I'm shocked to learn the Officer's, Chiefs and Enlisted are all prepared in the same gally. I'll bet the food is WAY better then when I was in.

I really enjoyed watching this video. Thanks

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Our US Navy! Second to none!!!

Army and Marines: here’s an MRE

They deserve the best on earth/sea! ❤ 👍

Things not mentioned about carrier life. Enlisted PICK up Officers laundry, washes and dries it, then FOLDS it and brings it back to their private stateroom. Enlisted sign up on a sheet, sometimes a month in advance for one time slot. Traversing through two straights 3 weeks a part, ended up cancelling my slot twice. Try going month + with no clean clothes. Enlisted meals were the worst quality food I’ve ever had. I’ve had villages in the jungle of Philippines feed me better on a 2 month field op then a ships galley of undercooked meat, rat in the mixer, etc. Officers have meals custom made. I would trade my supervisor watch officer for a quesadilla if I did a weeks’ worth of briefs because I was so hungry. MWR schedules port call hotels and events, you’d think they’d allow lowest rank to highest to sign up first (since lower enlisted could only afford cheaper hotels/events). Nope, MWR allows officers to go first, lower enlisted went last and often couldn’t afford the remaining rooms or event slows. Port calls - Officers got off the ship first, then senior enlisted, finally lower enlisted after waiting 8 hours on first port call day. Often, military order states officers and senior enlisted eat last, you’d think this would be the same when enjoying other quality of life events. Not when it comes to port calls. Staying overnight in a port call - Your CO would often only approve x amount of lower enlisted packages to stay off the ship, where every single officers was approved. They’d often fly family in for special holidays while deployed while lower enlisted stayed, slept, and ate on the boat during watch. Sleeping quarters are night and day. Officers often had four or less to a state room the size of a normal hotel room where enlisted slept 80 dudes to a birthing. Officers had private bathrooms with more toilets and showers compared to the 80 man birthing bathroom/shower area. Moral of the story. This video doesn’t show half of the entire story, the amount of disrespect sailors/marines, and I, received from officers onboard, and the lack of quality of life assets that officers receives.

I m indian, I love US, I come US & permanent resident of US❤🎉

USS Oriskany, CVA-34, 64-65. Now man made reef off Florida. Would do it all again in a heartbeat. Fair winds Mates.

Most comprehensive reporting 👍

An informative documentary...enjoyed watching it. 🙏

A massive thank you to the US Navy and everyone in our military for everything you do to keep us safe!

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The US aircraft carriers are just amazing. I wish I can go on tour on these massive floating cities. God bless to all those in the military and navy. Thank you for your service🙏💪

I served from 1985 to 1992.... First ship we called her Sorry ass Sarah.. Vfa134... Then came the kitty hawk.... And last but not least.... The USS Nimitz... Miss them days being in yellow gear..

My uncle and his son served in Navy. I salute every one for the very important work they are doing.

This is a dangerous machine.

I never knew that it took so much for the jets to take off & all the hand signals