USS Enterprise (CVN-65) served as the world’s first nuclear-powered carrier, entering service in 1961 and shaping U.S. naval aviation for over five decades Its eight A2W reactors delivered unmatched endurance, driving the 93,000-ton ship to speeds exceeding 33 knots during Cold War and post-Cold War operations The ship carried around 85 aircraft and fielded Sea Sparrow launchers, Phalanx CIWS, and RAM systems, supported by SPS-48 and SPS-49 radar suites for layered defense Enterprise played key

Five years ago today the first nuclear powered aircraft carrier, Enterprise (#CVN65) was decommissioned. As we celebrate the centennial of the aircraft carrier this year, take a look back at some highlights from the ceremony. Interesting fact: steel from CVN 65 is being used in construction of the next Enterprise (#CVN80). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krgx4TbL7AY | HII