The USS William Jefferson Clinton (CVS1)

[The Sailor]

America's newest aircraft carrier
Article sent to me by retired US Navy officer
Comments welcome from members such as BB-60

The USS William Jefferson Clinton (CVS1) set sail today from its home port of Vancouver, BC.
The ship is the first of its kind in the Navy and is a standing legacy to President Bill Clinton for his foresight in military
budget cuts' and his conduct while president. The ship is constructed nearly entirely from recycled aluminum and is
completely solar powered with a top speed of 5 knots. It boasts an arsenal comprised of one F14 Tomcat
or F18 Hornet aircraft which, although they cannot be launched or captured on the 50 foot flight deck, form a very menacing presence.
As a standing order there are no firearms allowed on board.

[herakles]

Well, They certainly are making a point with this!

[BB60]

That F-18 on the deck is not an actual flight-worthy aircraft, but rather a gutted shell of a a jet to help remind us what what old Billy did to the US military during his tenure.

Also note that the vessel comes in two sections, so that when the prevailing winds change, the two parts can seperate and go in different directions as needed, while still appearing to be on the same course.

Please note the "house trailer" appearance of ship's superstructure.

Also, the forward areas of the hull are designed to function as a brothel when the vessel is in port. It is fully stocked with cigars and blue dresses.

[herakles]

Wicked Jeff!

Erm ... ... blue dresses? Cigars? Not Hanava though I guess.

[Stan.J]

I think Televisions "TOP GEAR" team would enjoy that one.

[The Skipper]

Does this ship have a protective cover, so that, on windy days, she can avoid the draft?