OCON 2005: USS Midway Tour

I see my posts from OCON 2005 are generating some interest (here, too).  As some readers may know, one of the events at this year's conference was the tour of the aircraft carrier USS Midway, which concluded with dinner on the deck and a talk by Yaron Brook on the battle at Midway Island.  It was preceded by a lecture on the history of aircraft carriers by retired Captain Talbot Manvel.

The event was great fun.  Highlights include touring the 'island' (tower looking over the flight deck), with very knowledgeable docents describing its inner workings; looking at the various aircraft on the deck and in the hangar bay; and simply strolling around the flight deck and taking many, many photos. 

Both talks were interesting, informative, and inspiring.  I won't go into the details, mainly because I wasn't taking notes at either.  Hey, I'm on vacation.

This was a private event, but USS Midway is a floating museum open  to the public.  I'd highly recommend touring it if you are ever in San Diego.