On the Flight Deck of the USS Theodore Roosevelt: A Look at Daytime Operations

✈️Witness the excitement of launching jets from the flight deck of the USS Theodore Roosevelt.

🔀Experience the precision maneuvers performed by the directors to guide the aircraft.

🌊Discover the crucial role of the handler in coordinating the movement of aircraft on the flight deck and hangar bay.

🏢Explore the different bridges on the ship, including FDC, flag bridge, nav bridge, and pri-fly.

✅Understand the teamwork and communication involved in ensuring safe and successful operations on the flight deck.

What is case three operation?

—Case three operation refers to continuous, rapid launching and recovery of aircraft on the flight deck, usually performed during daylight hours.

What is the role of directors on the flight deck?

—Directors are responsible for guiding the aircraft during launch and recovery, ensuring safe and precise positioning for successful operations.

What is the purpose of the FDC?

—FDC, or flight deck control, is where the handler works with the crew to plan and coordinate the movement of all aircraft on the flight deck and hangar bay.

What is the function of the flag bridge?

—The flag bridge is where the Admiral and staff work, commanding the carrier strike group, which includes the aircraft carrier and other assets.

Who controls the ship during flight operations?

—The captain or CDO commands the ship from the nav bridge, coordinating with the helmsman, Lee Helmsman, and quartermaster of the watch.

00:00Introduction aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt in the northern Arabian Gulf.

00:11Case three operations in support of combat operations near the northern Iraq border.

00:23Observing the launching of jets from the flight deck.

01:46Role of directors in guiding the aircraft during launch and recovery.

03:58Exploring the different bridges on the ship and their functions.

06:13Launching a jet from the flight deck.

07:32Waiting for the launch and experiencing the thrill of takeoff.

07:58Conclusion and invitation to support the channel.