The USS Ronald Reagan: this intimidating marine monster is the world's largest combat airport, perfectly designed for one task: to launch and retrieve legions of strike fighter jets anywhere in the world, on extremely short notice. And the 5,000 men and women onboard have to perform this task to perfection. Surrounded by roaring jet engines, explosive jet fuel, and dangerous weapons, a single mistake would spell disaster. But the crew's training prepares them for the many deadly situations that could occur on this massive vessel of war. Explore this super carrier's powerful array of offensive and defensive technology and meet the hands that run the Reagan's billions of dollars worth equipment. F/A 18 pilots like George DeGennaro prepare for launch and take to the skies and the 'G3 Division' assembles a 500 pound bomb -- by hand. From combat aircraft and weaponry to the safety drills that simulate everything from mass casualties to explosive leaks, take a full and uncensored, behind the scenes look at the American military's ultimate weapon in super carriers: USS Ronald Reagan.
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