EXTREME DRIFTING: High-Speed Maneuvers of US Largest Aircraft Carriers at Sea

When you think of the world's largest aircraft carriers like the USS Gerald R. Ford and the Nimitz Class, you don't immediately picture these 400-meter-long behemoths drifting on the water. Yet, they are truly capable of executing extreme maneuvers at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. How on Earth do aircraft carriers make such sharp turns?
The USS Gerald R. Ford spearheads naval innovation, eclipsing its predecessors with advanced technologies like the groundbreaking EMALS for seamless aircraft launch, and AAG for efficient recovery. Its compact automation and 'island' structure boost efficiency and visibility, vital for the swift operations defining today's naval battles. More than a carrier, the Ford is a testament to American maritime dominance, merging cutting-edge technology with strategic prowess to navigate global challenges and shape the future of naval warfare.
Now, you must be wondering - why would such a supreme and powerful aircraft carrier need to make high-speed turns? Is it really a thing?
Well, the answer is yes.
#usnavy #aircraftcarrier #geraldrford
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[@navyproductions]

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[@gooner72]

In a 100,000 ton flat top, that's absolutely insane!!!! It was impressive enough when I saw the 70,000 ton HMS Queen Elizabeth do it but when a true behemoth like the Gerald Ford mobile city does it, that's on another level......🇬🇧🇺🇸✌️

[@vilerviler8884]

The sharp turn the carrier made is impressive ❤❤❤❤

[@joemoore4027]

As you notice they are filmed turns made with empty flight decks. Most of what you see are sea trials where maximum turns are performed during acceptance tests. Some are done with less turning circumferences when the decks are full of aircraft during deployment. It' s sight to see and feel when the call comes out " hard to port or starboard ! " I was on the USS Constellastion in the 1970's , Flight deck duty.Pretty wild to ride one out.

[@jamesglass5402]

I’ve had two uncles in the Navy. One was on the original Ranger in WWII. She was small and was in Operation Torch and served as a ferry to get fighters to Europe. My other uncle served on the Shrangri-La during Korean War.

[@eustaquiozambrano2974]

Nice. Thanks a bunch for sharing. Have a good weekend 👍

[@kevinballenger1211]

I'll Never Forget When I Was An ABH3 Aboard The USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN-69), In Air Dept/V-1 Div, From 1980 - 1984, We Did High Speed Maneuvers In GITMO. The Very First Time I Experienced It, Scared Me To Death! We Were Leaning So Far Over, That I Thought We Were Going To Capsize! But What Really Was Scary, Was When We Did It In Reverse!!! ⚓

[@njjeff201]

Thank you for your Service 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@gooner72]

These "extreme measures" tests during sea trials, before being declared "fit for service," are absolutely crucial. They're not only testing the vessel to it's limits, they are also testing the entire crew to make sure that they are capable of taking the ship to war....... which is ultimately their reason d'etre. By the way, our 2 military forces work seamlessly together, whether its on land, sea or in the air....... the greatest partnership on the planet. 🇬🇧🇺🇸✌️

[@elijahhodges4405]

Man overboard was the only reason we did it in the 70's.

[@user-rp2nq1ev6x]

I had the opportunity to do my job on the flight deck while undergoing extreme Rudder tests it was pretty fun watching the sea rise up on one side of the ship and the sky on the other and then vice versa. Might I say that it's rather difficult to maintain one's footing on the flight deck while conducting these maneuvers .

[@JohnElizondo]

Back in my day (USS Midway CV-41) most of the small boys had trouble keeping up with the carriers.

[@MegaPunisher777]

When us dive bombers attacked Japanese carriers at Midway, these carriers performed similar maneuvers

[@gooner72]

An answer to your question....... Our 2 naval forces will more than likely turn to the use of laser defences across the whole fleet but especially on carriers as they're the most juicy of targets for our adversaries........ and we know who these will be. The Chinese military are desperate to develop capable and reliable hypersonic anti ship missiles to target our carriers as they've correctly identified them as the biggest threat to their ambitions. After much research, I've come to the conclusion that direct energy weapons will be the most important in the defence of our CSG's.🇬🇧🇺🇸✌️

[@jessehachey2732]

No 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@fabiocamilo8713]

This maneuver may cause a mess inside the ship if all the stuff aren’t properly tightened. But it’s amazing to see how this giant can turn so dramatically its direction. Awesome.

[@williamdodge5123]

USS FORRESTAL CV-59 82-84 Semper Fortis

[@TairnKA]

At 3:25; it helps having bow thrusters. ;-)

[@angelaychou5128]

Los Angeles 🌸🌷🌷🌸🌷🌸🌸🌷💕💠🇺🇸

[@smokey5184]

America attacked Yemen with 18 F-18`s from 1 aircraftcarrier they have 72 planes on one ship. Thats insane.

[@gooner72]

You probably know that the most powerful airforce in the World is the USAF but do you know who or what is the second most powerful airforce in the World??? It's the US Navy. 🇬🇧🇺🇸✌️

[@njjeff201]

We didn’t attack those 🤡s, we were defending ourselves. Big difference

[@kevinballenger1211]

We Had 100 Aboard Ours! USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) ⚓

[@andrebenfield9751]

Being an X-Old Skool "MM"of 600lb and 1200lb steam propulsion, I certainly believe aircraft carriers will match smaller ships speeds, to me technology dictates it will happen 4Sho... Hand Salute To All My Shipmates Passed And Present... ⚓

[@bvnseven]

Good to see that the Carrier has better mobility than the former president from what I have heard.

[@45CaliberCure]

Well, change that to current president and I'll agree.

[@earlhopkins3260]

Where is the Gerald R Ford ship at right now in the world

[@JusticeAlways]

Ever notice all the hard turns in the videos are always left?

[@n40tom]

That's because most captains are NASCAR fans

[@OneDrewfourYou]

At the meet, on the aircraft carrier. Do you guys lift the flight deck to show the engines-it-is-pronounced-new-clear... 🐉

[@angelaychou5128]

🇺🇸✨🇺🇸✨🇺🇸✨🇺🇸✨🇺🇸✨🇺🇸

[@tanpengjoo7205]

MADE IN USA ALWAYS POWERFUL, just look at those aircraft carrier keep sailing year in year out only one country capable of that , OF COURSE MUST BE MADE IN USA. Not need to compare which country have the most fighter jets that even the richest country have to fly MADE IN USA fighter jets.

[@robertwolfe8680]

Make them stealth

[@thinklikeido]

These carriers can keep up and exceed the speed of 90% of all navel vessels.

[@user-jr2dz3vn5h]

👏👍🤙🇺🇲

[@OlympusSupreme]

because it was made in the USA

[@duncanapiyo6412]

Eventhough us is a bully with their LGBTIQA teachings, this ship is really impressive. 👌

[@n40tom]

Us is a bully . Is that Ebonics

[@duncanapiyo6412]

@@n40tom Yes, so called leader of the free world says, if you don't favour LGBTIQA I will starve the whole country. US is the most violent country in the world yet travel advisory they give for a one of incidences in Bahamas. If that is not a bully , there is no bullying anywhere

[@n40tom]

@@duncanapiyo6412 I wasn't questioning your logic I was questioning your grammar

[@nealrose7582]

Hey, this is what we have instead of healthcare and education. Damn right it's badass best... Those guys flying are aviators. AF has pilots.