{"id":34520,"date":"2024-12-04T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=34520"},"modified":"2024-12-03T19:51:36","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T03:51:36","slug":"surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Little-Known Facts About the USS Enterprise Aircraft Carrier"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The USS Enterprise, the world&#8217;s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has a storied history that spans over five decades. Known as the &#8220;Big E,&#8221; this iconic ship has played a crucial role in numerous military operations and left an indelible mark on naval history. In this article, we&#8217;ll explore 11 surprising facts about the USS Enterprise that highlight its impressive legacy and unique features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#First_Nuclear-Powered_Carrier\" title=\"First Nuclear-Powered Carrier\">First Nuclear-Powered Carrier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Longest_Naval_Vessel\" title=\"Longest Naval Vessel\">Longest Naval Vessel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Eight_Nuclear_Reactors\" title=\"Eight Nuclear Reactors\">Eight Nuclear Reactors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Maiden_Voyage\" title=\"Maiden Voyage\">Maiden Voyage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Nickname_%E2%80%9CBig_E%E2%80%9D\" title=\"Nickname &#8220;Big E&#8221;\">Nickname &#8220;Big E&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Multiple_Deployments\" title=\"Multiple Deployments\">Multiple Deployments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Significant_Refits\" title=\"Significant Refits\">Significant Refits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Record-Holding_Speed\" title=\"Record-Holding Speed\">Record-Holding Speed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Unique_Island_Design\" title=\"Unique Island Design\">Unique Island Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Historic_Launches\" title=\"Historic Launches\">Historic Launches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#Longest_Deployment\" title=\"Longest Deployment\">Longest Deployment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#9_Iconic_Steamships_That_Changed_Maritime_History\" title=\"9 Iconic Steamships That Changed Maritime History\">9 Iconic Steamships That Changed Maritime History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\/#20_Classic_Cars_That_Have_Stood_the_Test_of_Time\" title=\"20 Classic Cars That Have Stood the Test of Time\">20 Classic Cars That Have Stood the Test of Time<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Nuclear-Powered_Carrier\"><\/span><strong>First Nuclear-Powered Carrier<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"457\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/First-Nuclear-Powered-Carrier.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/First-Nuclear-Powered-Carrier.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/First-Nuclear-Powered-Carrier-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: United States Navy\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=uss%20enterprise%20(cvn%2065)%20with%20missile&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:US_Navy_071130-N-5928K-009_The_nuclear-powered_aircraft_carrier_USS_Enterprise_(CVN_65),_guided-missile_cruiser_USS_Gettysburg_(CG-64),_guided-missile_destroyer_USS_Stout_(DDG-55)_and_guided-missile_destroyer_USS_James_E._Willi.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=uss%20enterprise%20(cvn%2065)%20with%20missile&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:US_Navy_071130-N-5928K-009_The_nuclear-powered_aircraft_carrier_USS_Enterprise_(CVN_65),_guided-missile_cruiser_USS_Gettysburg_(CG-64),_guided-missile_destroyer_USS_Stout_(DDG-55)_and_guided-missile_destroyer_USS_James_E._Willi.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The USS Enterprise (CVN-65) was groundbreaking as the world&#8217;s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, setting a new standard in naval engineering when it launched in 1960. Its nuclear propulsion allowed for greater endurance and operational range compared to traditional oil-powered carriers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Longest_Naval_Vessel\"><\/span><strong>Longest Naval Vessel<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/USS-Enterprise-CVN-65-1-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/USS-Enterprise-CVN-65-1-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/USS-Enterprise-CVN-65-1-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/USS-Enterprise-CVN-65-1-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/USS-Enterprise-CVN-65-1-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/USS-Enterprise-CVN-65-1.jpg 1599w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> Measuring 1,123 feet in length, the USS Enterprise holds the record for being the longest naval vessel ever built. This immense size allowed it to carry a larger air wing and more advanced systems, making it a formidable force on the seas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eight_Nuclear_Reactors\"><\/span><strong>Eight Nuclear Reactors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"902\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Eight-Nuclear-Reactors.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34587\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Eight-Nuclear-Reactors.jpg 902w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Eight-Nuclear-Reactors-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Eight-Nuclear-Reactors-768x613.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 902px) 100vw, 902px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: DoDMedia\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=uss+enterprise&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CVN-65)_high_speed_bow_view.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=uss+enterprise&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CVN-65)_high_speed_bow_view.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Unlike other carriers with two reactors, the USS Enterprise was powered by eight nuclear reactors. This unique configuration provided unprecedented power, allowing the ship to sustain higher speeds and longer deployments without the need for frequent refueling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maiden_Voyage\"><\/span><strong>Maiden Voyage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"511\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Maiden-Voyage.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34588\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Maiden-Voyage.jpg 511w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Maiden-Voyage-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 511px) 100vw, 511px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: USN \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS+Enterprise+Cuban+Missile+Crisis+in+1962&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Armed_A-1Hs_VA-65_on_USS_Enterprise_(CVAN-65)_during_Cuban_Missile_Crisis.JPG\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS+Enterprise+Cuban+Missile+Crisis+in+1962&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Armed_A-1Hs_VA-65_on_USS_Enterprise_(CVAN-65)_during_Cuban_Missile_Crisis.JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> The USS Enterprise&#8217;s first mission was a critical show of strength during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. This deployment demonstrated the strategic importance and immediate impact of having a nuclear-powered carrier in the U.S. Navy&#8217;s arsenal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nickname_%E2%80%9CBig_E%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Nickname &#8220;Big E&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"973\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Nickname-Big-E.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Nickname-Big-E.jpg 973w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Nickname-Big-E-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Nickname-Big-E-768x568.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 973px) 100vw, 973px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: USN \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20Big%20E&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CV-6)_at_Noumea,_New_Caledonia,_10_November_1942,_while_the_Big_E_was_undergoing_repairs_after_the_Battle_of_Santa_Cruz.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20Big%20E&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CV-6)_at_Noumea,_New_Caledonia,_10_November_1942,_while_the_Big_E_was_undergoing_repairs_after_the_Battle_of_Santa_Cruz.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> The moniker &#8220;Big E&#8221; not only referred to the USS Enterprise&#8217;s massive size but also to its significant presence in naval history, carrying on the legacy of its World War II predecessor, the USS Enterprise (CV-6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multiple_Deployments\"><\/span><strong>Multiple Deployments<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"707\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Multiple-Deployments-1024x707.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Multiple-Deployments-1024x707.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Multiple-Deployments-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Multiple-Deployments-768x530.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Multiple-Deployments.jpg 1043w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: AN Saldivar\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:F-14A_Tomcat_of_VF-2_launching_from_USS_Enterprise_(CVAN-65)_off_Vietnam,_29_April_1975_(428-GX-744-K108368).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:F-14A_Tomcat_of_VF-2_launching_from_USS_Enterprise_(CVAN-65)_off_Vietnam,_29_April_1975_(428-GX-744-K108368).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> Throughout its 51 years of service, the USS Enterprise was deployed in numerous conflicts, including the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the War on Terror. Its versatility and reliability made it a crucial asset in multiple theaters of operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significant_Refits\"><\/span><strong>Significant Refits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"758\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Significant-Refits.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Significant-Refits.jpg 758w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Significant-Refits-300x149.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 758px) 100vw, 758px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: USN\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20Refits&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CVN-65)_after_refit_1982.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20Refits&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CVN-65)_after_refit_1982.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Over its lifetime, the USS Enterprise underwent several major overhauls to update its systems and capabilities. One of the most extensive refits occurred in the 1990s, taking almost four years and ensuring the carrier remained at the forefront of naval technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Record-Holding_Speed\"><\/span><strong>Record-Holding Speed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"902\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Record-Holding-Speed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Record-Holding-Speed.jpg 902w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Record-Holding-Speed-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Record-Holding-Speed-768x613.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 902px) 100vw, 902px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Port Image Editorial Credit: DoDMedia\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20Speed&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CVN-65)_high_speed_bow_view.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20Speed&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CVN-65)_high_speed_bow_view.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> With a top speed of over 33 knots, the USS Enterprise was one of the fastest carriers ever built. This speed, coupled with its nuclear power, gave it a significant tactical advantage, allowing rapid deployment and repositioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique_Island_Design\"><\/span><strong>Unique Island Desig<\/strong>n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"580\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Unique-Island-Design.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Unique-Island-Design.jpg 580w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Unique-Island-Design-242x300.jpg 242w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Unknown author\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS+Enterprise&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CV-6)_underway_towards_the_Panama_Canal_on_10_October_1945_(80-G-701166).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS+Enterprise&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_(CV-6)_underway_towards_the_Panama_Canal_on_10_October_1945_(80-G-701166).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> The island structure of the USS Enterprise was positioned further aft than on other carriers, which improved flight operations by providing more deck space for aircraft launch and recovery, enhancing overall efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historic_Launches\"><\/span><strong>Historic Launches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"708\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Historic-Launches-1024x708.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Historic-Launches-1024x708.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Historic-Launches-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Historic-Launches-768x531.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Historic-Launches.jpg 1042w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: AN Saldivar\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20F-14%20Tomcat&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Grumman_F-14A_Tomcat_of_VF-1_and_VF-2_aboard_USS_Enterprise_(CVAN-65)_off_Vietnam,_29_April_1975_(428-GX-744-K108371).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=USS%20Enterprise%20F-14%20Tomcat&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Grumman_F-14A_Tomcat_of_VF-1_and_VF-2_aboard_USS_Enterprise_(CVAN-65)_off_Vietnam,_29_April_1975_(428-GX-744-K108371).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> The USS Enterprise was pivotal in the operational deployment of the F-14 Tomcat and the F\/A-18 Hornet, two of the most iconic fighter jets in naval aviation. These launches marked significant advancements in the Navy&#8217;s air combat capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Longest_Deployment\"><\/span><strong>Longest Deployment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1008\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Longest-Deployment.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Longest-Deployment.jpg 1008w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Longest-Deployment-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Longest-Deployment-768x549.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1008px) 100vw, 1008px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Pittman \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=File%3AUSS+Enterprise+deployment+120328-N-FI736-063.jpg&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_deployment_120328-N-FI736-063.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=File%3AUSS+Enterprise+deployment+120328-N-FI736-063.jpg&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:USS_Enterprise_deployment_120328-N-FI736-063.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> In 1964, the USS Enterprise set a record for the longest continuous aircraft carrier deployment, staying at sea for 307 days. This achievement showcased the ship&#8217;s endurance and the crew&#8217;s dedication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/surprising-facts-about-the-uss-enterprise-aircraft-carrier\">MyCarMakesNoise.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>19 Misleading Pieces of Advice About Extending Vehicle Lifespan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Skipping-Regular-Oil-Changes.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Skipping-Regular-Oil-Changes.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Skipping-Regular-Oil-Changes-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Skipping-Regular-Oil-Changes-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Taking care of your vehicle is important, but not all advice is worth following. Some common tips about extending your car\u2019s lifespan can actually lead to more harm than good. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misleading-pieces-of-advice-about-extending-vehicle-lifespan\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Iconic_Steamships_That_Changed_Maritime_History\"><\/span>9 Iconic Steamships That Changed Maritime History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SS-Great-Eastern.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SS-Great-Eastern.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SS-Great-Eastern-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SS-Great-Eastern-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Matt Brown \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/londonmatt\/15673743041\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Steamships revolutionized the way people and goods traveled across the seas, marking a significant shift in maritime history. From groundbreaking designs to record-breaking voyages, these iconic vessels not only pushed technological boundaries but also shaped global trade, communication, and warfare. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/iconic-steamships-that-changed-maritime-history\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Classic_Cars_That_Have_Stood_the_Test_of_Time\"><\/span>20 Classic Cars That Have Stood the Test of Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Ford-Mustang-1964.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Ford-Mustang-1964.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Ford-Mustang-1964-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Ford-Mustang-1964-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Classic cars have a timeless appeal that goes beyond their looks\u2014they represent a blend of history, innovation, and lasting craftsmanship. Some vehicles have remained iconic through decades, admired for their design, performance, or cultural significance. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/classic-cars-that-have-stood-the-test-of-time\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The USS Enterprise, the world&#8217;s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has a storied history that spans over five decades. 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