The following Ford-class carrier, USS Doris Miller (CVN-81), is currently on schedule thanks to the Navy buying both the Enterprise and Miller at the same time.

The decommissioning of CVN-65 was not the end of USS Enterprise. CVN-80, the third Ford-class carrier, will bear the name Enterprise and carry on the legacy of these ships in the Navy.

Key Points: The USS Enterprise (CVN-65) is considered the best U.S. aircraft carrier for its combination of technical innovation, lengthy service history, and remarkable size.

Lastly, the USS Enterprise (CVN-65) earns its place as the world's first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, revolutionizing naval operations.