Historic Drive Wheel of USS Hornet Aircraft Carrier
Friday, February 27th, 2026 at 9:04:54 PM · 2026/USS Hornet
This photograph captures a large industrial drive wheel or pulley system housed within a metal compartment aboard the USS Hornet aircraft carrier. The wheel features a distinctive spoke pattern with cutouts, painted in gray to match the surrounding naval infrastructure. The metal framing shows signs of age with visible rust and wear, characteristic of historic military vessels. The composition provides an intimate look at the mechanical systems that operated within this decommissioned warship, now a museum piece.
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