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How fast is a navy aircraft carrier?

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The actual limits of an Aircraft Carrier are classified. However; it can travel upwards of 30 knots. Truth be told, an Aircraft Carrier has enough power to shake itself apart.
I was actually on an aircraft carrier with my handheld GPS. You wouldn't believe me if I told you how fast that thing can actually go. It is well over 35 knots.

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Hey there guys...Try 85 knots or 92mph. Yes that big ship, that floating city, can go that fast.

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The above poster is correct........ I just did the calculations for how fast the USS Regan got to Japan after the quake and came up with roughly 104mph so 85 - 92 knots is DEAD ON!

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