The US Navy's carrier fleet is known for its impressive firepower and resilience in battle. The fleet's durability is attributed partly to the sacrifice of its predecessor, USS America. The Navy tried ...

Key Points and Summary - In 2005, the retired supercarrier USS America (CV-66) was chosen for a final, vital mission: to be intentionally sunk in a live-fire exercise to test carrier survivability.

What You Need to Know: On May 14, 2005, the USS America (CV-66), a Kitty Hawk-class aircraft carrier, was intentionally scuttled after extensive live-fire testing by the U.S. Navy. The Details: ...

Key Points and Summary - The USS America (CV-66), a decorated Kitty Hawk-class supercarrier that served from Vietnam to the Gulf War, met a unique and controversial end. -Instead of becoming a museum, ...

Summary and Key Points: The USS America (CV-66), a Cold War-era aircraft carrier, was purposefully sunk by the U.S. Navy on May 14, 2005, after being decommissioned in 1996. -Despite protests from ...