A Day In The Life Of A Shooter On An Aircraft Carrier (Catapult Officer)

Catapult Officers Or "Shooters" are responsible for the launch and landing of aircraft on aircraft carriers. In this video we cover the main duties of shooters and what a day in their life looks like.
Let us know what you thought about todays video in the comments below!

[@russseuffert803]

I am in awe of any/all personnel on aircraft carriers. I can only imagine seeing myself as one of the crew. What an honor that would be.

[@soloojosh563]

A guided missles destroyer is better

[@tatum8499]

I miss these days as a brown shirt then a final checker for E2Cs and C2As. So much organized chaos! I remember we had grilled hotdogs courtesy of the captain of the USS Roosevelt because he was impressed with flight ops and safety

[@lindatambini2760]

Wishing you all the best from Scotland ❤❤❤❤❤

[@user-yi2bn5ky5q]

It needs to be known that any good Launching Officer, not only trains from another experienced LO, but also learns and grasps the “know-how” on the exact dynamics on how a Steamed Catapult operates from below decks to topside operations.

[@a.scotth.9955]

Absolutely amazing! Lots of dedication, time, money, education and training in each and every person!! Boggles my mind! Well done!!!

[@ajskustom]

They don't want just anyone, Trust me I wanted a spot in the NAVY, I volunteered 3 times and failed I never got to serve but it wasn't because I didn't try hard enough. No i never got to serve but i thank god for each and every person who did Thank You For Your Service May god bless you .

[@howardtreesong4860]

We know why they didn't wan you, ajskustom.

[@AlpaOmega-nb5jm]

Being out on the sea is something you have to love if not you'll never make it ,the sea is unforgiving it takes a special person to live and work at sea it has to be in your blood

[@nommadd5758]

Thank you for your support!

[@jimwjohnq.public]

At sea a carrier is a 24/7/365 operation with around 5000 people onboard. It never stops. The flight ops. The unreps & vertreps, ammo on loads, etc. We always did our refueling every 3 days and 98% of the time after dark around midnight or so. Then you have all kinds of drills. In addition to all this you doing your job and are standing watches. Somewhere in between all that you are supposed to eat and sleep. You might get lucky and get a solid 5 hours of sleep but don't count on it. Then there is the always enjoyable man overboard, either on purpose or accidentally. Most port calls after leaving the U.S. require anchoring out which is a whole evolution by itself. So a cruise could be good one, a bad one, or an indifferent one.

[@nommadd5758]

@@jimwjohnq.public : Thank you for your service shipmate!! (former USN/AQ)

[@rosevolpi8500]

I love this video! Strength and honor!

[@victorbejaranojr.7105]

Served onboard numerous small boys as an LSE & LSO (landing safety officer) concluded my career as ATG inspector/instructor 1995, H2, H3, H46, H60, HH55, H1, H53 - and I was not a rotorhead, but black shoe, even served 2 years in a squadron.

[@rjb073]

AWW! The good old days. 1st Marine Air Wing flying F/A-18-E.

[@user-od4kf8bk2y]

I launched 1st F18,in 84, with my hookup partner, Jacob Thomas as we lovingly called pineapple. What great times we had while danger was are friends, especially below decks

[@revronvic]

Excellent information in the video!! I served on DDG and CG while in the Nav, after underway replenishment with a Carrier they launched several jets, impressive!

[@karolynagy2235]

Ez egy csoda!❤❤❤

[@BonnieCassler-dx6sd]

I just love watching them,their movements remind me of a dance choreography ❤

[@lindaharper6233]

I think it sounds like a VERY EXCITING career path,….never a dull moment there!!!! God Bless you men and women who work in that field!!!!❤️❤️❤️😍👍😎🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@karolynagy2235]

❤❤❤ Magyarországról.❤❤❤

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

Teamwork. Happy Christmas from England 🇬🇧. 😊

[@deanbuzzell233]

Great discussion for what this job means.

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

Thank Goodness! From England 🇬🇧.

[@dancly1913]

Not machinists,They are designated as AVIATION BOATSWAIN MATES EQUIPMENTMEN

[@user-rp2nq1ev6x]

A typical shift on board an aircraft carrier is 12 hours on 12 hours off.

[@user-od4kf8bk2y]

Lol

[@user-od4kf8bk2y]

Try 20plus

[@Charlene-jd8hy]

God Bless America! This shows what truly teamwork is.

[@JohannaBadenhorst-dl7jp]

Amazing All l can say you have to be born to do that God takes care if you❤

[@jennamargraff961]

I was in a cod when we got launched off the flight deck and it was so much pressure I can’t even imagine what the jets feel like. It was a lot of fun tho but also nerve wrecking

[@williamcoe9200]

You failed to mention me and all other grapes...purple shirt i was the fuels QA supervisor on board the Saratoga...i had the ability to stop all flight ops..the is the JP5 fuel must be perfect...in other words no sediment or water in it .we take a sample of it before it goes into the aircraft We put a petcock in the nozzle and take a sample of it.then we do a visual check on it.i ve stopped flight ops many time jor that..in my labi run it it thru a machine with filters wich tells me if anything is in it.its really quite fascinating to see ...ive had many admirals looking over my shoulder while doing that.if theres anything in the fuel many shipmates can die. Coming back from the Mediterranean We had a uniform inspection on the flight..the admiral called me out for me too stand in front of him..the whole airwing was on the deck .i was a bit nervous but all he did was give me a commendation and told everyone what i did everyone clapped for me...i felt embarrassed to be honest..all the guys in my division was calling me a hero it was crazy. When your on a deployment always make sure you write home to mom and dad...that is very important!!!! I was called to the bridge where the CO was one day to remind me of that.he gave me a little lecture about that...believe me...i wrote home all the Time after that.

[@user-yi2bn5ky5q]

But, this video isn’t about ABF’s, is it? Its purpose was to show what a Catapult Officer’s job was. I’m 100% sure that there’s a “fuelies” video out there that you’ll get recognition for.

[@slowpoke96Z28]

You've yet to upload a single video about grape life. Why do you expect the yellows and greens to say anything. and while jet fuel is important, without ordnance, its all just one big ugly cruise ship.

[@MaxPSVR]

They have just announced here in the UK 🇬🇧 that they may start drafting people if we ever go to war with Russia. I’m in my mid 40’s and don’t have what it takes for combat. However I have been an IT technician all my life. And would be honoured if I was able to work on an aircraft carrier

[@catherinelee3298]

Great video🇺🇸🤩

[@user-rp2nq1ev6x]

The shooter is not responsible for ensuring that the aircraft carrier is moving into the wind. The aircraft carrier is always moving into the wind. This is to optimize the lift characteristics of the wings of the aircraft.

[@ladyhonor822]

I'M PRAYING FOR EVERYONE ☦️🌎🌠☁️☁️☁️☁️☁️

[@user-do4ub1bi6l]

This would be much better if the video and narrative were synchronized. When describing the last few moments of the shooters job, the video shows Fly 1 guiding an aircraft to its position.

[@montyenright]

And showing Air Force aircraft on a runway is a bit bogus as well......

[@philvandenbelt6910]

when i was very young i wanted to be a military aviator. \i am colour blind so that never happened. But i must say, i think working on a flight deck would be amazing.

[@karolynagy2235]

❤❤❤

[@KurtTapp]

I always thought I land full throutal so l keep going if need to be

[@nommadd5758]

"A Day In The Life Of A Shooter On An Aircraft Carrier" (plus a complete rundown on his career, background, how catapults work, basics of aviation, and so on and so on). 😄

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

How kind are you Shooters. Kins Regards, England 🇬🇧 😊

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

Thanks Kind Regards, England 🇬🇧 😊

[@user-is3tn9mj4v]

It looks good and sounds good, but only a few will get to the shooter (how many shooters are there in the US Army?), and special thanks for some shots: the video has a lot of inserts with Russian equipment and military)) And the cherry on top (8:43) is the USSR ANNIVERSARY AWARDS. ))) Such awards were given to veterans on the fortieth anniversary of the victory in the Second World War 1945-1985. My great-grandfather was awarded such awards (participant in the defense of Sevastopol 1941/1942, and that same Crimea) P.S. Do any of you remember your ancestors or acquaintances, or fellow veterans? Выглядит неплох и звучит хорошо, вот только до шутера дойдут единицы (сколько вообще шутеров в армии США?), а ещё отдельное спасибо, за некоторые кадры: в ролике много вставок с техникой и военными России )) А вишенка на торт, ( 8:43 ) это ЮБИЛЕЙНЫЕ НАГРАДЫ СССР. ))) Такие награды вручали ветеранам к сороковой годовщине победы в Второй Мировой войне 1945-1985гг Моего прадеда такими наградждали (учасник обороны Севастополя 1941/1942) П.С. А кто нибудь из Вас помнит своих предков или знакомых, или сосдей ветеранов?

[@williamdodge5123]

USS FORRESTAL CV-59 82-84 Med/IO 82 out & back Suez Canal during the Iranian hostage issue.

[@philchurch1115]

Navy 1982 to 1988 VS-41 and VS-33 AZ2 two west pacs ..

[@livinginthelight333]

I'd love this job but I'm 45 and not eligable

[@overit5893]

What do they de in-between takeoffs? & how many hours do each person work a day ?

[@tonyrowland9216]

get ready for the next launch. 12-13 hr shifts are not uncommon

[@anthony.rivera]

usually every 2 hrs you have launch and recovery, every day it's around 12 - 13 hrs a day, unless during "CQ" its around 18 - 20hrs days.

[@jafojafo5412]

At the 6:55 min mark … those are Canadian Sailors look at the shoulder tabs. We ain’t got no carriers …

[@babesnurhasan2153]

Sound exciting but hard .

[@user-pc3eb8gs5y]

Go get em boys and girls ❤❤❤❤❤❤😅

[@karolynagy2235]

❤❤❤de jó lenne.❤❤❤ÁLOM Magyarország

[@alexismarriagabolano2376]

La mas temible fuerza aerea americana

[@1Barsamian]

Actually, this is a video of the United States Navy in action flying off an aircraft carrier. However, the US Navy has more aircraft than all other air forces in the world, second only to that of the United States Air Force.

[@karloyu3484]

❤

[@armasp.9916]

Great video, I appreciate you all. But there is some little thing that bothers me. In 7.00min of video,, seems not to be US fighter. I'm sorry if I am irrelevant, but that took my mind. I am deffinetly with US, because we in Finland just joined NATO

[@armasp.9916]

That was propabilly chinese, although it seemed russian. No hard feelings

[@user-is3tn9mj4v]

Tell me, neighbor from Suomi, why are the Yankees so dear to you and your close neighbors hated? Do you know when Finland became a separate state? And thanks to whom and what?

[@karolynagy2235]

❤❤❤

[@Trex531]

Sounds exciting to be a catapult officer, but I’d rather be a fighter pilot.

[@alianagarcia7875]

Damn it so I have to go to college for 4 yrs to be a catapult officer :(

[@danielebrparish4271]

The smart move would be to serve a hitch in the Navy then take advantage of their college program to get that degree and then reup. You may be able to earn your diploma while serving which will increase your job prospects afterwards.

[@WConn100]

Is the shooter a commissioned officer or an upper level enlisted man?

[@keshawnmoore1813]

An officer

[@justhumblemeclarke7292]

​@@keshawnmoore1813 I'm prior military but not Navy. Any idea what a marksman shooter would be in the Navy? A woman told me that was her son's job. He is in USN basic.

[@patharrah153]

Prior enlisted flight deck crew. Limited Duty Officer with several years of service prior to commissioning. I was a Nuke LDO and served with many Shooters during my carrier tours. Great group of guys!

[@user-yi2bn5ky5q]

“Shooters” are officers. And they’re usually “green” and need to be taught, usually from the enlisted crew. But, there have been LDO’s and very rare occasions CWO’s that can be qualified as a Launching and/or Arresting Gear Officer.

[@santamorel6887]

Como

[@lacygorman9154]

Brown shoes, you're up. CMC Gorman, SEAL Team 666

[@billherman1011]

Where is the Brownies who have the actual say of Fly No Fly?

[@JohannaBadenhorst-dl7jp]

Thank God l have my bed and not responsible in that way! You must be born for that l prefer to do finanaces behind a desk😮

[@marryson123]

There aint no doubt that America is the coolest country on earth.

[@jimwjohnq.public]

Why do they show F-16's? Did not know they were carrier capable.

[@user-uc4uz8zv5j]

قرارات الأمم المتحدة نداءات الي كل القوات الحربية الأوروبية مشاركات وتشغيل غارات الحرب العالمية غارات هرقليز النشاطات والعمل

[@user-po2yi3sw2y]

اعلانات غارات جوية بريطانيا

[@howardtreesong4860]

Not only is the shooter's job a cushy ride they also get $25/day extra for their duties as well as 1.5 food rations per meal on the ship per day they work. Getting the gig is cool enough but it's perks like this that keep the gravy train running!

[@user-od4kf8bk2y]

Dirty D cv67

[@Cougar139tweak]

Aquatical you don't know your ass from a hole in the ground! Yellow shirts are Flight deck Valet... sorry, back at the NAS Squadron personnel do that job (Plane captains) Brownshirts are Yellowshirts with better things to do :) Maintainers make it happen!!! - Green shirts that are Squadron personnel AMEs, ADs. ATs. AEs, AMs The guys that keep the planes flying and do final checks and BB stackers in Red ...ordies and White shirts, the real Shooters!!! Last check Trouble shooters always tell Valets when it's time to communicate with the Pilot BTW....Greenshirts are not all CAT crew "C" (They are the Backbone of the Cat gear though) I wish you guys would ask someone who knows before you make these videos

[@karolynagy2235]

❤❤❤Irigyellek hogy ezeket mind tudod.Jó neked hogy közel lehettél a CSODákhozz

[@user-yi2bn5ky5q]

@Cougar139tweak, what Carriers were you assigned to? Were you part of a squadron or Ships force?

[@aaroncooper5142]

Do you really need a college degree to be a shooter? Ridiculous!

[@daveerk6573]

Need one if you are an officer in our Armed Forces. 4 year degree

[@stevena3446]

There’s a lot more to it than what you saw here. Often, shooters are aviators themselves.

[@montyenright]

Like the LSO's as well

[@templeviewgate]

Only if you wish to be shooter in jungle...a degree won't be asked by animals.

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

@aaronco. Nothing ridiculous about keeping yourself and others too! If it takes a degree! So be it! They also worked dam hard for that degree. Kind Regards, England 🇬🇧.

[@BeverlyDexterAlaska]

Stupid us Military

[@dmbdmb3828]

🦅 must be spry with good knees.

[@ladyhonor822]

❤ PHILADELPHIA USA ☦️🇺🇲🪖 RN CCRN VALDEZ PHILADELPHIA USA ❤