MegaStructures (2004)

S1E1 Super Carrier: USS Ronald Reagan

The USS Ronald Reagan, a staggering $4.5 billion Nimitz-class supercarrier, stretches 1,100 feet and is driven by two nuclear reactors. It boasts the capability to accommodate 6,000 personnel and over 80 aircraft. This episode offers an insider’s perspective on how the crew undergoes rigorous evaluations to earn their flight deck certification. Viewers will also explore the ship’s diverse facilities that ensure the well-being of its 6,000 members, providing them with meals, rest, and recreation.