Raytheon actually has a civilian division called "Raymarine", and they manufacture a wide variety of radar and sonar/ navigational equipment. I have a Raymarine radar, depth finder and chart display on my boat.
"I get to come to work and sail with the very best" is something I bet every sailor wants to hear from their captain, seeing how proud he is of his ship and his crew is really admirable. Bless everyone on that ship in their operations and training. :)
Frankly im dissapointed at how little destroying it can do. 1 gun on the front. A cpuple dozen active missle pods. A couple cwis it seems to be a bare minimum to me. You look at before they had missles on those big meusum battleships and i wonder if there isnt enough active missle pods and whatnot.
@@jakewillits4678what? You do know that the arleigh burke‘s are the most heavily armed ships of their size? And 1) they could destroy any battleship ten times over before that battleship even saw them, and 2) ofc they‘re not going to be as big as a battleship, but guess what dimwit? The us navy has over 70 arleigh burkes, compared to less than ten battleships that were ever in active use at the same time.
@@jakewillits4678 With today's advanced weapons like hypersonic missiles etc., it's better to have multiple light and maneuverable ships than a few heavily armed but also slower and bigger targets. If one heavily armed ship is lost you lose a lot of firepower. At least that's what I think.
@@jakewillits4678 We (and the rest of the world) don't use battleships for the same reason we don't ride into war on horses. It's an outdated technology unfit for the modern theater of battle. 98 missile pods that carry a variety of munitions for different tasks, multiple auto cannons, torpedoes, and the CWIS is more than enough to eliminate the assigned targets and defend the boat. They aren't sailing out there completely alone.
@@jakewillits4678😂😂. That thing carried 50 missiles, dozens of torpedoes, and the guns which honestly are more for show or small threats. You seem to take for granted how much damage a ship launched cruise missile can do. Look up a tomahawk cruise missile hitting a target. It’s a big boom. Then imagine 50.
Raytheon actually has a civilian market through a division called "Raymarine". They make commercial and civilian radars, sonars, depth-finders and navigational equipment. Much better quality than Garmin or Simrad.
Best friend's cousin was Ops officer for DDG-106 USS Stockdale. Sister to the Sterett. Went out for the day during Fleet Week. Got full access to ship like here in video. Watched 5" gun practice along with CWIS and other weapons (no missles, of course). INCREDIBLE experience to be on an active Navy ship at sea. THE highlight of my life next to my daughter's birth. Fair winds and following seas to all the Navy. To our allies, you will not find a more faithful friend. To our enemies, you will find us just as faithful.
Regarding port security. In 2000 the USS Cole was refueling in Aden Yemen. It wasn't even in the port it was a few thousand yards outside refueling at a permanent barge. A suicide bomber came along side her in a speedboat. No one spotted the boat in time to act and 17 sailors were killed. Port security is VERY important, especially with drones becoming more accessible and deadly.
I remember in boot camp we had a simulation of the damage done to the Cole and that was no joke, definitely tests your resolve and especially knowing what happened. While we were even during training we had SEALs in smaller boats around us for protection.
Impressive video, Sam! It's clear that this isn't just about the ship-it's a clever way to inspire and recruit the next generation of sailors. The production quality is top-notch and truly showcases the power and capability of the U.S. Navy. Kudos to the team behind this; you've made service look as epic as it truly is!
Active Duty Salior Here! Was deployed out of NBSD and stationed there for 5 years on a DDG. Glad to see you showing the world what we do on a everyday bases, love it! Hooyah!!
As a 20-year retired Navy vet who served on three DDGs, this was one of the coolest Navy documentaries I’ve seen. It’s straightforward for people to get a good understanding of how the ship operates. I may be biased since I was surprised to see that I served with the LTJG when he was enlisted 2:27. He was a cool dude, from what I remember 🤣🤙🏾. Big thanks to all the sailors who, I’m sure, had to put in extra hours cleaning and planning to make this happen. You all did a fantastic job representing the Navy and the US! I still don’t miss it, but hey, somebody’s gotta do it 😂. Seriously though, great job, Sam, and you have a new subscriber. Thanks again! 🙏🏾 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I am a shipfitter and I build these. I’m working on DDG 130 right now. I specifically build the hull sections by welding the shell plates to diaphragms that make the shape of each plate with the longitudinal and transverse frames. They are insane feats of engineering and absolutely massive. I’ve stood underneath one on dry dock and it feels like you’re under the earth itself.
This video is a great reminder of the importance of our military. The men and women who serve in the Navy are true heroes and they deserve our respect and gratitude
I served in the USAF as an F-4C Phantom jet fighter Crew Chief and in the USN as a Deckhand and Signalman aboard the U.S.S. Horne DLG-30 Guided Missile Cruiser. Homeported in San Diego, we passed under the Coronado Bridge many times to Point Loma and the beautiful blue Pacific Ocean. Both Services were quite an experience :)
HI SAM ,, AND U.S. NAVY.. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THIS LEARNING VIDEO SHIPS FOR THE FUTURE ,, I WAS ON AN OLDER SHIPS IN THE PASSED IN THE 80S BUT THEY DID THERE JOB WITH OUR CREWS ,,.. GREAT TO SEE THE FUTURE SHIPS PROTECTING THE U.S.A.,, NAVY-- U.S. ARMY,, VETERAN..
Crazy, I was stationed on Sterett and did a 10 month deployment with her back in 2014 to 2015 and was apart of her first crossing the line ceremony (crossing the equator).
That is so neat! I have five older brothers and four of them served in the Navy through the Cold War years and Vietnam. One brother is 6’8” tall and served for a while on the US Navy’s last diesel powered submarine! It was the USS Blueback (SS-581), a Barbel-class submarine that served in the United States Navy from 1959 to 1990. That submarine yes one of the exhibit at OMSI (the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) in Portland Oregon.
Even with upgrades, the M1 is very gravely updated. About the only two items it has left going for it; the turbine engine and the levels of armor. It was in need of complete replacement over ten years ago
I know its not realistic but I fell in love with ships like this after watching "battleship" I loved seeing the Phalanx CIWS in action, and funnily enough it's how I found out that some old battleships like the USS Missouri recieved modern (for 80's) sensors, missiles and 4 Phalanx CIWS modules, they were used in the gulf war and could launch missiles which is strange for an old battleship!
@khoanguyenavia the Phalanx CIWS may not have the biggest caliber compared to some foreign equivalents, but it's the speed of the weapon that counts, these things can even take out some mortar and artillery rounds, not just missiles.
I've been in the CIC of an Aegis destroyer. It was during a public tour and I don't recall anyone being checked for ID, citizenship, or whatever. The only thing he seemed to get is the right to record, as we were told we couldn't take photos while in the CIC.
Im in the US Navy and I was on the USS Arleigh burke then I switched to being a naval Aviator on the nimitz and I saw the Steret in the strike group for a couple days
"This video is brought to you by Military Industrial Complex" was something I never thought I would hear in my life time! Great video! love to see more!
As a former OS2 on a DDG, this is cool content. For anyone curious or thinking about joining the Navy, it was the best thing I could have done for myself. Hooyah!
I served aboard the USS Ellison DD-864 as Electrician's Mate E-4 (my second duty assignment) from July 1975 until my honorable discharge on April 15, 1977 (4 years active duty). It was nothing like this! We had twin 5 inch gun turrets fore and aft and some sort of torpedo launcher which was never used. Our ship was used during WWII so it was 33 years old when I reported to it. We only had a crew of about 100, because we took reserves out one weekend a month and a two week duty once per year giving us about 350 personnel. Every time the gun mounts were fired, all the lights on the deck below went out. When I pulled fuses the fuse box would come off the bulkhead (wall). We had to secure it with wire coat hangars. The ship was so old that there were no spare parts. Occasionally we would pull along side of a destroyer being decommissioned, put on our pirate clothes and rob that ship of every used part we could find. I discovered a large metal control "thing" (the size of a refrigerator) with no idea what it was. But I spent four months replacing ancient electronic parts and figured it out. It could recharge the batteries in the forward and aft emergency diesel generators and the batteries in the motor whaleboat on the starboard side of the ship. Before getting this to work, we had to lug around a heavy "Sears" battery charger to all those locations. I was asked to rebuild equipment on other WWII destroyers as well.
Fun fact this ship actually has a laser installed, yes LASER. If you look close behind the forward missile deck just below the bridge, the grey color turret is the soft-kill laser known as ODIN, it can jam and destroy the sensors on enemy missiles.
Good Day. WoW. This video is Excellent. There are 4 live TH-cam video cameras, 24 hrs. per day in San Diego. My Wife & I watch many happenings at the port daily. This video really deeply, complements what we see with regards to these Destroyers coming & going there. So many questions are answered here. Again, Wonderful. Thank You for this interesting and educational video. Peace & Best Regards.
Yeah, I toured a active Navy Sub once, and they were super strict about what we could record. For example, we were not allowed to record anything regarding the capabilities of the radar. I am surprised that we are clearly seeing that here. We can see that one of the radars they are using has a range somewhere between 32 to 64 miles. In addition, we can see the scan rate. How this is on TH-cam, I don't understand.
@@AverageAlien our oldest destroyers are still capable performing midcourse intercepts of ballistic missiles. The Type 45 is a great ship but AEGIS is unmatched in capabilities.
@@alexalbrecht5768 Thank you all for the insightful comments and clarifications on "Inside The Navy’s Most Powerful Destroyer"! It’s fascinating to hear everyone’s experiences and knowledge, especially regarding the radar systems and the capabilities of different ships. Your perspectives really enhance the discussion. Looking forward to more exchanges like this!
I have four older brothers all of who served in the US Navy through Vietnam and the Cold War, two of them ended up becoming lieutenant commanders. One of the four was a sonar technician for a surface and submarine . He served on the USS Towers, a destroyer that I think was built in 1959. He patrolled the Gulf of Tonkin. I’d like to post a picture I have of him on the deck of the Towers
My dad served on a cruiser class ship back in the 1980s with the same name. That ship was decommissioned in 1994. But still interesting. I served in an air wing on board the USS Carl Vinson( CVN 70) I remember 12 hour work days every day minus port calls. It as long days but the water rocking you to sleep and it was nice. US Navy where you need a GED or diploma to drive a Multi Million/Billion dollar ship. Took my boys to see the USS Midway, since their dad was Army and saw what their toys, I took them to see what my dad and I served on ( not so much dad since he refused to be on “ Bird Farm”). They were in awe and shocked at how big the anchor chain was. I was and still very proud to be a Sailor, even though I am not longer in now.
My dad was a 24 yr. Navy veteran and most of his career was spent on 'tin cans'. He would be amazed at the new technology and how much the destroyers have changed over the years. He loved his time as a 'Tin Can Sailor' and his career in the Navy.
I like seeing the Navy videos definitely need more. You should visit some squadrons to show the best side of the Navy the aviation side. Keep up the great work
12:00 our sensors are the best of the world... Until you've met the Dutch😂 or SMART-L was 6 years in advance acc you guys back in 2006. We've the ER version of it right now. Maybe we are still the best😂
SMART-L is in the L-band. SPY is in the S-band. Also all SPY including older SPY-1 have BMD capability, while SMART-L don't. They have to be upgraded for BMD, so not all SMART-L have BMD capability. To add newer SPY-6 have multiple arrays/RMA where each RMA can independently do its own thing from high to low elevation volumetric search, ballistic missile discrimination, missile communication, and even EW. The only comparable radar to have a similar feature is UK's dual face/array S-band Sampson radar. Besides that SPY-6 is also a dual band radar integrating an X-band radar thru its radar suite controller RSC similar to the Chinese dual band S/C Type 346A/B radar.
@@johnsilver9338 the Dutch radar has bmd capabilities, uses multiple frequencies and can track multiple targets while guiding missiles towards targets. So i dont see it being inferior towards an spy 6 radar
Awesome Video! I was just in San Diego a couple weeks ago. Drove over the Coronado bridge, looking at those destroyers sitting in the dock and wishing I could tour one. Thanks for a quick look inside!
This is the difference between China having a much larger Navy with less trained crew members, no war experience, far less technology in their ship. and the US with tons of war experience, the absolute best technology that noon else has and the best trained crews. The world knows.
Typical ignorant American-centered mindset. What is your proof China has “less trained crew members”? Experience is overrated, no one cares, and if you think even 5% of the USN’s enlisted has seen “war” or “combat” then you’re delusional. And no, China’s ships do not have “less technology”. They are on par, and better in some areas. If you actually knew what you were talking about, you’d know a Type 055’s radar, the Type 346, is a more powerful radar than any destroyer or cruiser the US currently possesses.
@@Flightman453Just look at early WW2 usn decisions. Not exactly our best showing. Or look at the 2nd Pacific squadron. Yeah, I would say experience matters.
@@TonyChan-eh3nz No it doesn’t, because the experience argument died in February 2022. The US has zero serious modern day naval combat and hasn’t engaged in real large scale naval combat since WW2. Only four countries can say they have. Sorry, but the “experience” they’re getting from bombing insurgents with cruise missiles and shooting down cheap subsonic Houthi drones not even coming at them is fundamentally irrelevant and useless when you have a saturation of supersonic AShM’s and ASh ballistic missiles hurling towards your ship from all sides whilst battling with EW. They’ve never experienced the such and have no experience or know what to look for.
@@Flightman453 "The US has zero serious modern day naval combat and hasn't engaged in real large scale naval combat since WW2." So blowing up half of Iran's navy in a single work day isn't large scale? America really is suffering from success. We just win too fast, and nobody remembers it because watching a seal clubbing isn't fun.
What ship should I visit next? 👀
An Aircraft Carrier
Please Gerald R Ford super carrier
Nimitz class carrier if possible pls
I think you should visit the Blue Ridge.
The two ships involved with captain Phillips rescue
"If you'd like to purchase your SPY-6 from Raytheon, use my link in the description" XD Thank you, I was looking for something like this.
Haha my order is in the mail
@@jkbbumblebee The ad is meant for companies. Defence companies and organizations likely have people that would watch military videos on TH-cam.
@@jkbbumblebee bruh
I’m saving up!
Raytheon actually has a civilian division called "Raymarine", and they manufacture a wide variety of radar and sonar/ navigational equipment. I have a Raymarine radar, depth finder and chart display on my boat.
"I get to come to work and sail with the very best" is something I bet every sailor wants to hear from their captain, seeing how proud he is of his ship and his crew is really admirable. Bless everyone on that ship in their operations and training. :)
Frankly im dissapointed at how little destroying it can do. 1 gun on the front. A cpuple dozen active missle pods. A couple cwis it seems to be a bare minimum to me. You look at before they had missles on those big meusum battleships and i wonder if there isnt enough active missle pods and whatnot.
@@jakewillits4678what? You do know that the arleigh burke‘s are the most heavily armed ships of their size? And 1) they could destroy any battleship ten times over before that battleship even saw them, and 2) ofc they‘re not going to be as big as a battleship, but guess what dimwit? The us navy has over 70 arleigh burkes, compared to less than ten battleships that were ever in active use at the same time.
@@jakewillits4678 With today's advanced weapons like hypersonic missiles etc., it's better to have multiple light and maneuverable ships than a few heavily armed but also slower and bigger targets. If one heavily armed ship is lost you lose a lot of firepower. At least that's what I think.
@@jakewillits4678 We (and the rest of the world) don't use battleships for the same reason we don't ride into war on horses. It's an outdated technology unfit for the modern theater of battle. 98 missile pods that carry a variety of munitions for different tasks, multiple auto cannons, torpedoes, and the CWIS is more than enough to eliminate the assigned targets and defend the boat. They aren't sailing out there completely alone.
@@jakewillits4678😂😂. That thing carried 50 missiles, dozens of torpedoes, and the guns which honestly are more for show or small threats. You seem to take for granted how much damage a ship launched cruise missile can do. Look up a tomahawk cruise missile hitting a target. It’s a big boom. Then imagine 50.
Sam’s sponsors are something else. Manufacturers of missles.
Too bad there are no discount codes.
I was thinking the same. It's so much more badass, and refreshing, to see something other than all those stupid SquareSpace sponsors
@@ATF_CA military industrial complex at work buddy
No matter what he’s good at his job and makes it look fun. Which some of it is actually fun.
Raytheon actually has a civilian market through a division called "Raymarine". They make commercial and civilian radars, sonars, depth-finders and navigational equipment. Much better quality than Garmin or Simrad.
Might be the first time I’ve fully watched the sponsored section of a video with my full attention
I mean the whole channel is one big Advertisement to be fair
Defense contractor ads are pretty cool. Especially, if they are highlighting a certain product line.
Thanks Sam, definitely considering AEGIS for my next home security system
Good choice!
There goes your life savings Bruv…
Great reviews!
Plus the upkeep…..
@@dimitryrostov6482 Ain't no life savings are getting that done.
I was in the aft gym when you came on board. You kicked me out to film (no hard feelings 😂)
Did you eat the Chicken tendies?
Of course. Every sailor's delight
@@HÆL1Xis the food good
Depends. Some days is great, other days it's grueling
@@HÆL1X I thought a red sky at night was a sailor’s delight.
Best friend's cousin was Ops officer for DDG-106 USS Stockdale. Sister to the Sterett. Went out for the day during Fleet Week. Got full access to ship like here in video. Watched 5" gun practice along with CWIS and other weapons (no missles, of course). INCREDIBLE experience to be on an active Navy ship at sea. THE highlight of my life next to my daughter's birth. Fair winds and following seas to all the Navy. To our allies, you will not find a more faithful friend. To our enemies, you will find us just as faithful.
Regarding port security. In 2000 the USS Cole was refueling in Aden Yemen. It wasn't even in the port it was a few thousand yards outside refueling at a permanent barge. A suicide bomber came along side her in a speedboat. No one spotted the boat in time to act and 17 sailors were killed. Port security is VERY important, especially with drones becoming more accessible and deadly.
The Gulf of Yemen was "Hell" During Desert Storm/ Desert Shield.....
I remember in boot camp we had a simulation of the damage done to the Cole and that was no joke, definitely tests your resolve and especially knowing what happened. While we were even during training we had SEALs in smaller boats around us for protection.
Impressive video, Sam! It's clear that this isn't just about the ship-it's a clever way to inspire and recruit the next generation of sailors. The production quality is top-notch and truly showcases the power and capability of the U.S. Navy. Kudos to the team behind this; you've made service look as epic as it truly is!
Active Duty Salior Here! Was deployed out of NBSD and stationed there for 5 years on a DDG. Glad to see you showing the world what we do on a everyday bases, love it! Hooyah!!
Peace & Best Regards to You Sailor.
The word is "basis." Please don't make people think we're illiterate.
@@tmsmqwx Yes & "an" no a. Oh Well. mistake
My late grandfather was a GM1 on CAG "Kangaroo" Around The World 1960
God yanks are cringe
From this Navy veteran, I so appreciate another great report, this time with the crew of the USS Sterett.
As a 20-year retired Navy vet who served on three DDGs, this was one of the coolest Navy documentaries I’ve seen. It’s straightforward for people to get a good understanding of how the ship operates. I may be biased since I was surprised to see that I served with the LTJG when he was enlisted 2:27. He was a cool dude, from what I remember 🤣🤙🏾.
Big thanks to all the sailors who, I’m sure, had to put in extra hours cleaning and planning to make this happen. You all did a fantastic job representing the Navy and the US! I still don’t miss it, but hey, somebody’s gotta do it 😂.
Seriously though, great job, Sam, and you have a new subscriber. Thanks again! 🙏🏾
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Same here brotha I served on Higgins 06 -10 I thought I recognized ltjg I remember him being a sonar tech at the time. Crazy !
@@frankhernandez3915 went to higgins 6 years after you got off lol. shes now in japan after i have left and is still kicking after a dry dock :)
My son works on experimental modern warfare on ships. And tech of course. I am very, VERY proud of him
I love how you’ve been making videos on the US Navy lately! All we need is an aircraft carrier video 😂
Great video, Sam!
Did he really just say RAYTHEON sponsored the video!? lmfao wild
HAHA That's what I thought as well I had to rewind.
Honeywell is on another one.
meanwhile, YT scrubs are sponsored by raycon or something. lmao
@@jdslipknotand im censored by youtube rampantly
Thank you to all USN members!! You all are truly doing gods work keeping us all safe day and night! God bless you all and god bless America!! 🇺🇸
I am a shipfitter and I build these. I’m working on DDG 130 right now. I specifically build the hull sections by welding the shell plates to diaphragms that make the shape of each plate with the longitudinal and transverse frames. They are insane feats of engineering and absolutely massive. I’ve stood underneath one on dry dock and it feels like you’re under the earth itself.
This video is a great reminder of the importance of our military. The men and women who serve in the Navy are true heroes and they deserve our respect and gratitude
The amount of expertise required for this ship's operation is mind blowing. Ratheon, Best sponsor I've seen yet👍
I served in the USAF as an F-4C Phantom jet fighter Crew Chief and in the USN as a Deckhand and Signalman aboard the U.S.S. Horne DLG-30 Guided Missile Cruiser. Homeported in San Diego, we passed under the Coronado Bridge many times to Point Loma and the beautiful blue Pacific Ocean. Both Services were quite an experience :)
Thank you for your service to all the crew of USS Sterett! 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Great video Sam
Word ✊🏾. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
So powerful!!!Just fall in love with the bow design of this class!
It's pretty impressive for Sam and Navy not to blur the image of the monitors!!!!!!! Good job, and keep on the good work!
HI SAM ,, AND U.S. NAVY.. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THIS LEARNING VIDEO SHIPS FOR THE FUTURE ,, I WAS ON AN OLDER SHIPS IN THE PASSED IN THE 80S BUT THEY DID THERE JOB WITH OUR CREWS ,,.. GREAT TO SEE THE FUTURE SHIPS PROTECTING THE U.S.A.,, NAVY-- U.S. ARMY,, VETERAN..
Crazy, I was stationed on Sterett and did a 10 month deployment with her back in 2014 to 2015 and was apart of her first crossing the line ceremony (crossing the equator).
I SERVED ON THIS AMAZING WARSHIP! 🇺🇸 🌊
Whoo yah ⚓️
That is so neat! I have five older brothers and four of them served in the Navy through the Cold War years and Vietnam.
One brother is 6’8” tall and served for a while on the US Navy’s last diesel powered submarine! It was the USS Blueback (SS-581), a Barbel-class submarine that served in the United States Navy from 1959 to 1990. That submarine yes one of the exhibit at OMSI (the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) in Portland Oregon.
You know you've made it in millitary TH-cam when Raytheon is your sponsor! Congrats in your hard work!
The arleigh burke destroyer is one of the coolest vehicles ever made up there with the M1 Abram’s, the Boeing 747 and the SR-71 black bird.
Even with upgrades, the M1 is very gravely updated. About the only two items it has left going for it; the turbine engine and the levels of armor. It was in need of complete replacement over ten years ago
I got out of the navy 3 years ago. This video makes me want to go back in.
I got out 34 years ago, me too.
I fell in love with Destroyers after watching "The Last Ship".
I know its not realistic but I fell in love with ships like this after watching "battleship" I loved seeing the Phalanx CIWS in action, and funnily enough it's how I found out that some old battleships like the USS Missouri recieved modern (for 80's) sensors, missiles and 4 Phalanx CIWS modules, they were used in the gulf war and could launch missiles which is strange for an old battleship!
The last battle ship. The one cs aliens was cool too.
: DROP PORT ANCHOR!!!!
same!
@@Spendingryan Same bro, it may have been total fantasy but it lead me to do more research and really appreciate them more. So a win is a win.
@@Spendingryanit’s crazy how much money we spend to kill one another instead of improving the world
Sam you know touring USS Zumwalt or USS Gerald R. Ford in the future will make the ultimate 🐐. Ultimate god class of military hardware touring.
Built here in Maine at BIW in Bath. Best built ships for the US Navy.
you can really tell when a ship is built in maine or mississippi (favoring maine)
But should it have more cannons on it. Anti drone anti torpedo
@@jakewillits4678 A cannon? With cannon balls and gunpowder, WWII style? 🤣🤣🤣
Bath Built is Best Built.
Actually, the CIWS is only 20mm. It's basically an M61 Vulcan strapped on to a fancy radar system
yup, caught that too
@@khoanguyenavia Don’t they make it in 7.62 also ? (Not for naval)
@@556m4Yeah, it called M134 and there is 12.7mm version called GAU-19. There are bigger variant of 25mm and 30mm
@khoanguyenavia the Phalanx CIWS may not have the biggest caliber compared to some foreign equivalents, but it's the speed of the weapon that counts, these things can even take out some mortar and artillery rounds, not just missiles.
@@Spendingryan yup. Agreed
I was a Sonarman on the USS Sterett (CG-31) from 1/73 to 7/76. One deployment to Gulf of Tonkin.
Thank you
Dude got sponsor from RTX. Tomorrow I am going to place an order one SPY-6 to put it on my civic.
Make sure you get the full kit otherwise it won't fit in your dash! ask me how I know...
Great that we can watch this for free. Thank you.
The air tube trembling at 5:37 made me crack 🤣
I find it kinda funny theyre all trying to hide their smiles when they're being filmed lol
Great video. The harbor pilot is the same gentleman that piloted us many times during my time on the JOHN C. STENNIS back in 2001 to 2003.
Bless our Vets. Go Navy 🇺🇸
This is my new favorite military channel. Sam is awesome, and showing stuff that require special access is incredible, what a treat!
I've been in the CIC of an Aegis destroyer. It was during a public tour and I don't recall anyone being checked for ID, citizenship, or whatever. The only thing he seemed to get is the right to record, as we were told we couldn't take photos while in the CIC.
Million subscriber production.
Well done Sam & Team
Hooyah Navy!
Former AZ here, good to see the tin can sailors getting some YT love.
Im in the US Navy and I was on the USS Arleigh burke then I switched to being a naval Aviator on the nimitz and I saw the Steret in the strike group for a couple days
"This video is brought to you by Military Industrial Complex" was something I never thought I would hear in my life time! Great video! love to see more!
Imagine getting sponsored by a Military Industrial Complex
The Raytheon ad was perfect. Only ad I haven’t skipped in years 😂
Raytheon sponsored the video, wow
As a former OS2 on a DDG, this is cool content.
For anyone curious or thinking about joining the Navy, it was the best thing I could have done for myself.
Hooyah!
Navy Family: WWII, Korea, 'Nam, Persian Gulf
Great stuff, the U.S. Navy definitely has some very capable vessels and personnel to defend its nation's interests
I served aboard the USS Ellison DD-864 as Electrician's Mate E-4 (my second duty assignment) from July 1975 until my honorable discharge on April 15, 1977 (4 years active duty). It was nothing like this! We had twin 5 inch gun turrets fore and aft and some sort of torpedo launcher which was never used. Our ship was used during WWII so it was 33 years old when I reported to it.
We only had a crew of about 100, because we took reserves out one weekend a month and a two week duty once per year giving us about 350 personnel. Every time the gun mounts were fired, all the lights on the deck below went out. When I pulled fuses the fuse box would come off the bulkhead (wall). We had to secure it with wire coat hangars. The ship was so old that there were no spare parts. Occasionally we would pull along side of a destroyer being decommissioned, put on our pirate clothes and rob that ship of every used part we could find. I discovered a large metal control "thing" (the size of a refrigerator) with no idea what it was. But I spent four months replacing ancient electronic parts and figured it out. It could recharge the batteries in the forward and aft emergency diesel generators and the batteries in the motor whaleboat on the starboard side of the ship. Before getting this to work, we had to lug around a heavy "Sears" battery charger to all those locations. I was asked to rebuild equipment on other WWII destroyers as well.
Fun fact this ship actually has a laser installed, yes LASER. If you look close behind the forward missile deck just below the bridge, the grey color turret is the soft-kill laser known as ODIN, it can jam and destroy the sensors on enemy missiles.
There is a reason they didn’t talk about it in the video because it is classified!!
@@ojaymormah4818But we know it has one and we've seen it fired hmm
is that thing replace the fwd ciws?
One of my best childhood experiences was being on USS Intrepid. US Navy ships have to be the coolest thing out there
Good Day. WoW. This video is Excellent. There are 4 live TH-cam video cameras, 24 hrs. per day in San Diego. My Wife & I watch many happenings at the port daily. This video really deeply, complements what we see with regards to these Destroyers coming & going there. So many questions are answered here. Again, Wonderful. Thank You for this interesting and educational video. Peace & Best Regards.
Wow thank you!
@@SamEckholm P.S. Good to see you enjoy the voyage. 🤗
It’s nice to see someone feature something other than an Aircraft Carrier. Tin Cans are the real backbone of the surface fleet.
Thank you for this good video!
Of course!
That weapons control room is incredible. Thank you for sharing.
love the videos they are amazing, keep up the good work and keep the vids coming!!!!
Our weapon is our 3 billion dollar warship. I think that's the point 😂
Awesome video Sam, like always.
Crazy we got to see inside the CIC of an Arleigh Burke. Didn't expect that
Yeah, I toured a active Navy Sub once, and they were super strict about what we could record. For example, we were not allowed to record anything regarding the capabilities of the radar. I am surprised that we are clearly seeing that here. We can see that one of the radars they are using has a range somewhere between 32 to 64 miles. In addition, we can see the scan rate. How this is on TH-cam, I don't understand.
@@SeaWhizit’s clearly the AN/SPS-67 surface search radar, the performance of which is broadly known online and isn’t super relevant.
Probably cause its outdated, our Sampson on our 45s is much better
@@AverageAlien our oldest destroyers are still capable performing midcourse intercepts of ballistic missiles. The Type 45 is a great ship but AEGIS is unmatched in capabilities.
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Thank you all for the insightful comments and clarifications on "Inside The Navy’s Most Powerful Destroyer"! It’s fascinating to hear everyone’s experiences and knowledge, especially regarding the radar systems and the capabilities of different ships. Your perspectives really enhance the discussion. Looking forward to more exchanges like this!
Another awesome video, Sam! Thanks for allowing us to join you for this really cool adventure...
Very good video!
Thank you very much!
That is one of the coolest videos I've ever seen.
7:30 its the second most heavily armed warship to the ticonderosa class cruiser.
Great video Sam! Thanks for giving us the ability to watch these experiences of yours
Glad you like them!
20:53 least favorite part of the video, you should never do this part again, make the rest of it longer please
Do not mess with the US Navy. All the best from the UK.
Raytheon is the sponsor 😂 that's wild
I have four older brothers all of who served in the US Navy through Vietnam and the Cold War, two of them ended up becoming lieutenant commanders.
One of the four was a sonar technician for a surface and submarine . He served on the USS Towers, a destroyer that I think was built in 1959. He patrolled the Gulf of Tonkin. I’d like to post a picture I have of him on the deck of the Towers
Nice. We don't get enough vids about Destroyers. My fav of the fleets. Oh well, I'm Army, I like to witness the things I blow up. Lol
Great video. Very well put together .
Next go to the Gerald R Ford please✌️
Dunno what it was about this video but you really outdid yourself on this one. Fantastic production, keep it up!
Thank you!
Love from Bangladesh...
Help bangladeshi 😢😢😢
My dad served on a cruiser class ship back in the 1980s with the same name. That ship was decommissioned in 1994. But still interesting. I served in an air wing on board the USS Carl Vinson( CVN 70) I remember 12 hour work days every day minus port calls. It as long days but the water rocking you to sleep and it was nice. US Navy where you need a GED or diploma to drive a Multi Million/Billion dollar ship. Took my boys to see the USS Midway, since their dad was Army and saw what their toys, I took them to see what my dad and I served on ( not so much dad since he refused to be on “ Bird Farm”). They were in awe and shocked at how big the anchor chain was. I was and still very proud to be a Sailor, even though I am not longer in now.
So much respect for them who serve their country
Best video yet Sam keep it up!
Do f-15 plz
@SamEckholm I appreciate you making the "AD/Commercial" interesting and informative. Great content
Hello All! Good morning!
morning :)
Good morning America 😊
This is a better recruitment video then any other I've ever seen... very cool!
When is the f-15 vid?
My dad was a 24 yr. Navy veteran and most of his career was spent on 'tin cans'. He would be amazed at the new technology and how much the destroyers have changed over the years. He loved his time as a 'Tin Can Sailor' and his career in the Navy.
This is cool sam. Btw I'm first 😊
Thank you for your service crew!!!
If you’re having breakfast at the beach and accidentally drop a waffle, it becomes sandy eggo
@@2AToday How long have you been waiting to use that ?
@@556m4 that's what she said
@@Spendingryan Badum cheeshhhh
@@556m4I thought of it during the first minute or so of the video. My super power is lateral thinking
@@2AToday I wouldn’t just give away your super power like that. We have no idea who is watching. You may have some unknown enemies. Or known even.
Wow! I miss some of the crew of USS Sterett when they visited our orphanage in the Philippines after the Mt. Pinatubo explosion in 1991 😊
china is loving these vids lol
China doesn't care about those old destroyers; the 055-ton destroyer is much more powerful.
Because of what? They don’t need anything from this.
I like seeing the Navy videos definitely need more. You should visit some squadrons to show the best side of the Navy the aviation side. Keep up the great work
video starts at 00:01
Thanks I couldn’t tell 👍
Thanks I didn’t know
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Ok the 0:01 comment is dead now.
The hero we didn’t know we needed
A truly brave hero stepping up like that.@@Redfish_F-15
What an Experience. Thanks for sharing.
12:00 our sensors are the best of the world... Until you've met the Dutch😂 or SMART-L was 6 years in advance acc you guys back in 2006. We've the ER version of it right now. Maybe we are still the best😂
SMART-L is in the L-band. SPY is in the S-band. Also all SPY including older SPY-1 have BMD capability, while SMART-L don't. They have to be upgraded for BMD, so not all SMART-L have BMD capability. To add newer SPY-6 have multiple arrays/RMA where each RMA can independently do its own thing from high to low elevation volumetric search, ballistic missile discrimination, missile communication, and even EW. The only comparable radar to have a similar feature is UK's dual face/array S-band Sampson radar. Besides that SPY-6 is also a dual band radar integrating an X-band radar thru its radar suite controller RSC similar to the Chinese dual band S/C Type 346A/B radar.
@@johnsilver9338 the Dutch radar has bmd capabilities, uses multiple frequencies and can track multiple targets while guiding missiles towards targets. So i dont see it being inferior towards an spy 6 radar
@@jouniairplanevideosI wouldn’t say it’s inferior but they have pretty much the same capabilities at this point
Lets be real though Dutch cant do nothing
Awesome Video! I was just in San Diego a couple weeks ago. Drove over the Coronado bridge, looking at those destroyers sitting in the dock and wishing I could tour one. Thanks for a quick look inside!
This is the difference between China having a much larger Navy with less trained crew members, no war experience, far less technology in their ship. and the US with tons of war experience, the absolute best technology that noon else has and the best trained crews. The world knows.
Typical ignorant American-centered mindset. What is your proof China has “less trained crew members”? Experience is overrated, no one cares, and if you think even 5% of the USN’s enlisted has seen “war” or “combat” then you’re delusional. And no, China’s ships do not have “less technology”. They are on par, and better in some areas. If you actually knew what you were talking about, you’d know a Type 055’s radar, the Type 346, is a more powerful radar than any destroyer or cruiser the US currently possesses.
@@Flightman453Just look at early WW2 usn decisions. Not exactly our best showing. Or look at the 2nd Pacific squadron. Yeah, I would say experience matters.
@@TonyChan-eh3nz No it doesn’t, because the experience argument died in February 2022. The US has zero serious modern day naval combat and hasn’t engaged in real large scale naval combat since WW2. Only four countries can say they have. Sorry, but the “experience” they’re getting from bombing insurgents with cruise missiles and shooting down cheap subsonic Houthi drones not even coming at them is fundamentally irrelevant and useless when you have a saturation of supersonic AShM’s and ASh ballistic missiles hurling towards your ship from all sides whilst battling with EW. They’ve never experienced the such and have no experience or know what to look for.
@@Flightman453 "The US has zero serious modern day naval combat and hasn't engaged in real large scale naval combat since WW2."
So blowing up half of Iran's navy in a single work day isn't large scale? America really is suffering from success. We just win too fast, and nobody remembers it because watching a seal clubbing isn't fun.
Best technology? Dude you’re still living in the 80’s
Our boats are the best in the world. Thanks for posting.
How about visiting the USS Atlanta, a Virginia-class nuclear submarine.
10:16 I think he has not yet heard of the Thales SMART-L radar.
Bite your tongue
I hate weaseled-in sponsors, but Raytheon is legit. Didn't skip.
As always, awesome coverage, Sam!