Episode 4: How I Sea It; How do you "drive" a mega cruise ship?

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  • čas přidán 20. 09. 2020
  • HOW WE DRIVE- Different methods of steering, navigating and maneuvering the Celebrity Edge, a 130,818 gross ton, 306 meter, $1.2 billion dollar new luxury liner.
    When we’re underway and I walk around the ship and guest's see the Captain, the question I get asked ALL. THE. TIME is “If you’re here, who is driving the ship”.
    The answer is the Officer of the Watch. We have a minimum of 3 very qualified and licensed officers manning the bridge at ALL times. 3 separate teams rotate every 4 hours on and 8 hours off. The teams are made up of an Officer of the Watch, Assistant Officer of the Watch and a Quartermaster or Lookout.
    The terms steering, navigating, maneuvering or just to keep it in layman’s terms, “driving” is used.
    There are several different methods we use to “drive”. In this video I'll explain each one!
    * Disclaimer: Video contains pre-pandemic footage, where facemasks and social distancing were not common practice. Oh, how times have changed.

Komentáře • 868

  • @rs2352
    @rs2352 Před 3 lety +165

    Brilliant explanation Captain!
    I am an experienced Master Mariner myself, and despite having been on and around the water for nearly 40 years, have never been able to explain all of these elements so succinctly!
    Love the program for giving the Junior Officers 'Hands On' experience, something that was never afforded to me while working my way up.
    And the Maneuvering Support Animal ! ! Fantastic, Well Done !

  • @danielcorbett1482
    @danielcorbett1482 Před 3 lety +141

    That was phenomenal! I especially like how you have that "Hands-on" approach to leadership by ensuring that all Junior Officers are fully trained and capable to assume their own Command one day.

    • @researchcapt
      @researchcapt Před 2 lety

      "mates" not "junior officers" They are trained to be in charge of a watch....from the third mate on up.

    • @mykeandrewbautista1738
      @mykeandrewbautista1738 Před 2 lety

      @@researchcapt yep they’re already licensed Officer of the Navigational Watch

    • @mansionbookerstudios9629
      @mansionbookerstudios9629 Před 2 lety

      You can help save 23 million of North Korea people by watch yeonmi million

  • @stevenhill1954
    @stevenhill1954 Před rokem +32

    Captain Kate, awesome presentation. I am a licensed Pilot (airplanes) and I agree that you never forget your first, in our case a solo flight. I can only imagine the satisfaction it is to sussefuly maneuver a giant ship like the Edge.

  • @chriskeentechnician
    @chriskeentechnician Před 3 lety +60

    To be coming up in the ranks under your leadership would be a real privilege. The way you support your staff and give them opportunities to grow their skills is amazing 😊

  • @chrisrobertson8214
    @chrisrobertson8214 Před 3 lety +146

    Kate, we cruised with you in March 2019 as we were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary. I saw you a couple times on board engaged with your staff and wanted to take a picture with you. I didn't get the chance as I didn't want to be a disruption in your busy day. We enjoyed the cruise and Celebrity cruise line hospitality from your staff! Thanks!

    • @chrisrobertson8214
      @chrisrobertson8214 Před 3 lety +4

      @Dave That was a year before the virus came to the USA. What's your point?

    • @chrisrobertson8214
      @chrisrobertson8214 Před 3 lety +5

      @Richard Reynolds Negative or in this case, ignorant comments do not bother me at all. Thanks

    • @loverkiss9635
      @loverkiss9635 Před 3 lety +2

      @Dave hey! The virus start at oct 2019 in china before it becomes a pandemic.

    • @joecitizen8988
      @joecitizen8988 Před 3 lety +1

      @Dinesh Birendra
      Test

    • @joecitizen8988
      @joecitizen8988 Před 3 lety +1

      @Dinesh Birendra
      First no good Captain runs merchant or other shipping alone.
      Aka good captain does he or she can her staff but especially his or her engineering and maintenance staff.
      While don't know cruise becoming like many modern airplanes completely fly by wire. But old days airplanes control surfaces connect control devices be petals or levers. But I would assume should modern control systems failure completely there either means maintaining use called station until tug etc could assist or until ships control devices are restored.
      As with new standard that all ocean cruise ships two independent means powering back to shore I have assume means independent control systems but miracle on Hudson there always first for every disaster. Though wish fellow Marriner ill will is not advised as planet has mind and means return the favor to sometimes many times over.

  • @stuartbrear6537
    @stuartbrear6537 Před 2 lety +7

    Captain McCue, you have my utmost respect and admiration. We sailed onboard the Edge during the last week of January 2020. Your ship and crew delivered a wonderful experience for us just before the world travel industry came face to face with Covid 19. My wife and I have been Celebrity Cruise guests many times over the last 23 years since our 25th anniversary cruise to Alaska. We hope to see you again very soon.

  • @taylorfox6531
    @taylorfox6531 Před 3 lety +26

    Love the video, captain! Celebrity’s officers are incredible. I love how many technological parallels there are with my field of aviation.

  • @michelesteepy364
    @michelesteepy364 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much Captain Kate for starting this CZcams channel. It is giving all of us diehard cruise fans an inside look at things we always wondered about. You are simply the best!

  • @siblacklockhughes612
    @siblacklockhughes612 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks Captain Kate, we'll be one of your passengers next year. Cruised Celebrity many times so I know a bit about the ships but love this Captain's view on things. All that work to keep us safe and happy is very much appreciated.

  • @danterusso6354
    @danterusso6354 Před 3 lety +8

    I absolutely LOVE this video!! Although completely unrelated, I spent 8 years in the U.S. Air Force as a Navigator. Many years ago I received a "VIP" bridge tour of one of your amazing ships in Fort Lauderdale. It was absolutely incredible!!! Thank you for sharing.

  • @EnglishMagic777
    @EnglishMagic777 Před 2 lety +4

    I was on the Queen Mary in the late 70's as a waiter for one day. It was an incredible experience just to be on that huge ship for a few hours. Now, to see Captain Kate and the great job she and her team do, wow!!! Respect for the profesionalism all of you display!!! And... I envy you!

  • @moniquemorales5265
    @moniquemorales5265 Před 3 lety +21

    When your favorite captain makes a CZcams channel🤩 Love from Mass Maritime!

  • @DimensionMachine
    @DimensionMachine Před 3 lety +7

    She is a true pro. Thanks for the great explinations and sneek peaks at how these massive vessels are operated! Getting to see the controls up close is really neat for sure!

  • @deanlawson6880
    @deanlawson6880 Před rokem

    What a great video!! It's so excellent that you actively ensure that junior officers get their chance to maneuver the ship, since as you say, it's the most "fun" and absorbing and critical thing you so as senior ships staff. That's so excellent!!
    I look forward to watching more excellent vids about ships equipment and ops now also!! Thanks so much for this! Nicely Done!

  • @sjb1157
    @sjb1157 Před 3 lety

    FASCINATING!!!! As a BIG "behind the scenes" guy, this stuff is so fun to learn about...and you make it sound so easy!!!!

  • @robertploscowe1807
    @robertploscowe1807 Před 3 lety +28

    This is such a great idea to open up the ships functions to the sailing public. I have personally
    Sailed with Captain Kate 3 times and she is the best master of the ship I have encountered on my many cruises. I haven’t met Bug yet but I hope to soon.

    • @kasivaraprasadkunapareddy7956
      @kasivaraprasadkunapareddy7956 Před 3 lety

      Please help me plzz my mother health paoblem madam Garu All billion dollars please help 🙏🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @OmnipotentEnt
      @OmnipotentEnt Před 2 lety

      My forte is airliners, but it's so fascinating to learn how these behemoths are controlled!

  • @Ken_Leivonen
    @Ken_Leivonen Před 3 lety +6

    Captain Kate, Very cool, thank you for making this video of how you “Drive” the ship! Very interesting! Ken

  • @andrewmathewson441
    @andrewmathewson441 Před 3 lety +7

    Clear and concise. Thanks, Captain Kate. I find myself periodically binge watching your videos. Always informative while entertaining. I continue to stand in awe of your work. You are a model to every one of professionalism and commitment. When I say everyone, I mean everyone. The skills you have honed over the years is daunting. I think we are quickly approaching the mark in time when gender shock can be released to stories in history books. Competency doesn't seek gender. Professionalism doesn't ask for anything other than knowledge, skills, and commitment cloaked in integrity. I look forward to someday catching a ride with you.

  • @jeanzinger9693
    @jeanzinger9693 Před 3 lety +1

    What a great video Captain Kate. I learned a lot and I know the Junior Officers appreciate you also. Sea you in 2022. Gratie mille.

  • @dianamartin1380
    @dianamartin1380 Před 4 měsíci

    You are a pro. I've worked on princess ships in 6:37 the gift shops many years ago and so enjoying these updates. I so look up to you, Captain, and love your kittycat.

  • @danielheathcote5625
    @danielheathcote5625 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I love that you do something cool like get a licence plate when someone celebrates a first!

  • @StormCentral1998
    @StormCentral1998 Před rokem +1

    Used to be a helmsman in the navy. It's intersting job to say yeah I've driven a giant ship.

  • @ourfamilyvideos7283
    @ourfamilyvideos7283 Před 2 lety

    You’re soooo smart in what you do. Thank you for educating us and caring doe all those that cruise with you and work with you.

  • @janavicsucaldito7163
    @janavicsucaldito7163 Před 3 lety +11

    Im so amazed everything we've been taught at school were explained very concise and clear here😍😍😍. Ughh i wish you could be my prof for deck watch keeping ❤️❤️❤️. I hope you'll notice me Captain Kate. I love you and you're my inspiration 😘😘

    • @thomaslindegaardmadsen2770
      @thomaslindegaardmadsen2770 Před 3 lety

      Thank you for your love and support which has brought me this far, it's has been a hard time for me but you supports has got me standing even in difficult times, I can't appreciate enough, the support of fans who have prayed for me, I welcome you to my CZcams channel.
      Write me on hangout or email.Thomaslindegaardofficial@gmail.com

  • @YasaIsuruOfficial
    @YasaIsuruOfficial Před 2 lety +39

    Wow one of my dreams !! But a big wooden steering wheel is the dignity of a ship 😔😎

  • @deepwaterhappy3609
    @deepwaterhappy3609 Před 3 lety +13

    NO paper charts! So much easier to update electronic, but wow - I wonder who can still plot a DR line! So much more sophisticated now. Love the shot of Memory Rock! Destinations for several of my first crossings. Your TikTok has been great for showing people just how much work is going on while you are anchored by Little Stirrup. Kisses to the "MSA" companion.

    • @thomaslindegaardmadsen2770
      @thomaslindegaardmadsen2770 Před 3 lety

      Thank you for your love and support which has brought me this far, it's has been a hard time for me but you supports has got me standing even in difficult times, I can't appreciate enough, the support of fans who have prayed for me, I welcome you to my CZcams channel.
      Write me on hangout or email.Thomaslindegaardofficial@gmail.com

  • @bradlavassaur8265
    @bradlavassaur8265 Před 3 lety

    Oh my gosh! Captain Kate, this was a fascinating video. I never realized there are so many ways to maneuver a giant ship. Thank you for sharing your amazing knowledge. Please give bugs naked special thanks for overseeing the production of the video. Awesome job.😉😁👍👍

  • @jo2ed
    @jo2ed Před rokem

    Such a awesome video. I'm going to be going on a cruise for the first time in two weeks (Anthem of the Seas) and I love learning about the behind the scenes in whatever I'm a part of. I always wondered how in the world these massive ships get docked and seeing how the team does it all here is very impressive.
    I'm a pilot and people say what I do is difficult. After watching this you guys make what I do look like a piece of cake! This is on a whole 'nother level!

  • @cheezycount
    @cheezycount Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks so much Captain. I learned something new today! Happy Sailin'

  • @davidlockwood9192
    @davidlockwood9192 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video showing your bridge and team! As a Tanker Master a lot is similar but also very different! So great that you give all your team opportunity to manoeuvre the ship, as a Jnr Officer I was blessed to sail with Masters who gave me the opportunity and I also like to give this opportunity to my jnr officers too!

  • @jillfrussell
    @jillfrussell Před 3 lety +1

    Great video, Captain! I'm going to send this to all my family and friends that are constantly asking for an inside look at a cruise ship.

  • @anilbenjaminwdacosta4693

    The way you explain shows your command over your ship 👌

  • @car8365
    @car8365 Před 3 lety +9

    This was outstanding Captain. Thank you.

  • @davidharris8987
    @davidharris8987 Před 3 lety +1

    Fantastic video Captain. Very detailed and informative. I do love a bridge tour when we go cruising if we get the opportunity. Looking forward to more.

  • @kurtschultz8199
    @kurtschultz8199 Před rokem +1

    I'm tickled to see that you have a "Barque Cat"! I thought they were relegated to science fiction!

  • @anagfigueroa96
    @anagfigueroa96 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for taking the time to share this with us! Greetings from Guatemala

  • @edelbertwells5326
    @edelbertwells5326 Před 3 lety

    Captain, You are such an inspiration.

  • @traciehess2626
    @traciehess2626 Před 3 lety +7

    My favorite Tik Tok content creator is now my favorite CZcams channel. I love your videos so much! You are so incredibly empowering. Thank you!

  • @MasterChrister
    @MasterChrister Před 3 lety

    Insightfull series capt. Kate! Thx!

  • @pollyannapositive9192
    @pollyannapositive9192 Před 2 lety

    Thank you very much, Captain.

  • @josephrobichaud5198
    @josephrobichaud5198 Před 3 lety

    Great video! Those pods' used on all kinds if ships now a day's must be the best thing since sliced bread for the captions. I also admire how everyone gets to share the duty's like that. If everyone knows what's going on and what it takes, it makes it easier on everyone to act as a team.

  • @mytime1613
    @mytime1613 Před 3 lety +1

    I am a USCG 100 Master. You did a great job explaining.

  • @Chareb8
    @Chareb8 Před 6 měsíci

    I love the details and that you delegate to the rest of your staff so that they can get the experience. Very nice

  • @trbarton743
    @trbarton743 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for a great video. You do an excellent job & make the cruise industry proud. 👍😀

  • @LAXERJK
    @LAXERJK Před 3 lety +5

    That’s cool that so many people get to maneuver the ship.

  • @YachtBuoy
    @YachtBuoy Před 3 lety +2

    The technology behind the DP system is remarkable. Another great video - thank you for giving us these unique insights

  • @mukuldave7767
    @mukuldave7767 Před 3 lety

    Respected Captain Kate, very nice to listen new generation ships manoeuvres, May God bless all seafarers, Ours were manual day and hard ship days evolved with experience new generation. Thank you Captain

  • @Question_Marked
    @Question_Marked Před 3 lety +2

    This is truly amazing stuff thank you for this and your hard work glad u popped in my feed !

  • @dexterdanieltnt
    @dexterdanieltnt Před rokem

    Nice video. Thanks for sharing. Lot of hard work that goes on in the background that is so often overlooked.

  • @kendahl7922
    @kendahl7922 Před 3 lety

    Congrats!!! Spent years working with British and Norwegian captains at Princess and Seabourn...nice to understand a Captain for once...lol.

  • @hellodarren
    @hellodarren Před 2 lety

    Really enjoyed this, thanks for sharing! Hello from the UK btw

  • @floridalifestyleapparel5477

    What a great video explaining the 'driving' of the ship.

  • @jaysmith2465
    @jaysmith2465 Před 3 lety +1

    I love this series! Thank you!

  • @ZoliAkiApa
    @ZoliAkiApa Před 3 lety +9

    You easily jumped into the top 3 vloggers on my list ( including eSysman and Aquaholic)
    Keep on posting, captain Kate :)

  • @thedave7760
    @thedave7760 Před rokem

    So glad that women all over the world are navigating to deliver our large dangerous cargo's safely.
    Thank you ladies.

  • @darkprose
    @darkprose Před 9 měsíci

    Those azimuth thrusters! So cool. I’m fascinated by shit like that. Propellers, ramjets, pump-jets, tunnel thrusters, rim-driven thrusters-from small retractable bow thrusters on a sailboat to the monstrous Azipods on your luxury liner. Fantastic.

  • @howardwalters2981
    @howardwalters2981 Před rokem

    Thanks for your very informative session.

  • @elum1161
    @elum1161 Před 3 lety +2

    We had the privilege of cruising with you on the Summit years ago, and I must say we've never looked forward to the Captain's daily briefings as much as we've enjoyed yours.

  • @gerardtorres8600
    @gerardtorres8600 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video...thanks for sharing!

  • @theshonuff8956
    @theshonuff8956 Před rokem

    The coolest job EVER!

  • @jjwagner595
    @jjwagner595 Před 2 lety

    Greatness! Thanks Captain Kate and team. 🤙🏻

  • @kelbre100
    @kelbre100 Před 3 lety

    This was awesome!!! We are booked on the Edge for Feb 2022, I hope you are our captain! You did an amazing job explaining & I love your leadership:)

  • @1616katerst
    @1616katerst Před rokem

    That was so well done and efficiently. Kudos!

  • @lz-c
    @lz-c Před 3 lety

    Wow how interesting is this, i love it 👍👍 continue the good work Captain Kate 👍👍👍👍

  • @steveallen1333
    @steveallen1333 Před 3 lety

    First saw you on TikTok, love your videos, they’re fun and really informative. Please keep them coming 👍🏻😁

  • @maulikdave3780
    @maulikdave3780 Před 2 lety

    Such a cool video! Thank you Capitan!

  • @actemple3282
    @actemple3282 Před 3 lety

    Thank you captain ...
    Great video

  • @Ithinkiwill66
    @Ithinkiwill66 Před 3 lety +1

    Very interesting, Captain! Specially such small controls, for such a huge ship! Now I know how the Enterprise can function without large controls....all to do with miles of cables, and computer systems....all electronics 😊😊

  • @abigailsteele3812
    @abigailsteele3812 Před 3 lety +6

    Hey I see me! I’ll never forget my first maneuver of our Grand Cayman🎉

    • @djmarinerjosh5808
      @djmarinerjosh5808 Před 3 lety

      I am curious during docking u the captain use joystick on dp or manuals...like azipods with thrusters

    • @bhkfdbfb
      @bhkfdbfb Před 3 lety

      Awesome

  • @cbjones82
    @cbjones82 Před rokem

    I'm so invested in this now!

  • @terryrlmg1717
    @terryrlmg1717 Před rokem

    I just started watching these videos and it is awesome. Well I guess you hooked me Line & Sinker. I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of all these videos. Keep your spirits High because I just don't have the sea legs for it

  • @weloveroyalcaribbeanintern1405

    Very Cool Captain Kate!

  • @rocabscabrera
    @rocabscabrera Před rokem

    This is clear, concise, and complete!

  • @jameshogue1639
    @jameshogue1639 Před 3 lety

    Love the sun glasses !
    What a job! 👍

  • @saintsinner7565
    @saintsinner7565 Před rokem +2

    Watching this makes me realize how awesome were the sailors back in old days,who navigated with stars etc

  • @MhTrangg181
    @MhTrangg181 Před 2 lety

    Nice video, Thanks for work!

  • @avbestlife71
    @avbestlife71 Před 5 měsíci +1

    You should do training videos for students undertaking courses to become sea captains , your explanations are very clear and simple , even to someone like me who have no knowledge of ships and its mechanism. Thank you captain Kate

  • @erichcollar9810
    @erichcollar9810 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks Captain Kate. Love the ship’s kitty.

    • @katemccue1371
      @katemccue1371 Před 3 lety

      Thank you for your love and support which has brought me this far, it's has been a hard time for me but you supports has got me standing even in difficult times, I can't appreciate enough, the support of fans who have prayed for me, I welcome you to my CZcams channel.
      Write me on hangout or email.....katemaccue71@gmail.com

  • @1960jammy
    @1960jammy Před 3 lety

    Nice one Kate . Great video 👍

  • @thefinal_lestplayjulian4896

    This is so cool to watch because my dream job has always been to be a bridge officer or a ship captain! This lets me learn more about being one!

  • @EdGreenberg
    @EdGreenberg Před rokem

    I enjoyed the ship tour, especially the bridge visit, on Celebrity Summit back in 2018. Lots of what I saw in your video matched up with my visit, Anyway, as soon as I saw the images starting this video, I realized I was probably looking at a Celebrity ship. And indeed I was. Thank you for an excellent look at the process. I'll be looking for some of you other videos.

  • @feeblevillain7315
    @feeblevillain7315 Před 3 lety

    What an awesome video! Thank you, it was super informative!

  • @lemur1272
    @lemur1272 Před 3 lety

    Excellent captain,fantastic ship.Happy day.

    • @katemccue1371
      @katemccue1371 Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for your love and support which has brought me this far, it's has been a hard time for me but you supports has got me standing even in difficult times, I can't appreciate enough, the support of fans who have prayed for me, I welcome you to my CZcams channel.
      Write me on hangout or email.katemaccue71@gmail.com

  • @lawrenceflowers2680
    @lawrenceflowers2680 Před 3 lety

    Very interesting Captain Kate I worked for carnival cruises for 14 years and never had the opportunity to go the the bridge 🌉 you looked like you would of been a respectful but yet a fun Captain 👩‍✈️ to work with. I’ve very happy that women are taking up the job. You must miss sailing ⛵️ COVID 19 messed with everything anyway looking forward to see the rest of your videos.

  • @gratefultube
    @gratefultube Před rokem

    Outstanding ! Many thanks !

  • @ShipsLifeTV
    @ShipsLifeTV Před 3 lety

    Very pretty captain continue guiding our sail. Ship's life TV here always supports

  • @toddblount8841
    @toddblount8841 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank so much for these videos. I hope to cruise on your ship someday.

  • @CeeJai_K
    @CeeJai_K Před 3 lety

    Very informative. Thanks. I never knew I needed this.

  • @gohdundee
    @gohdundee Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you. Very informative.

  • @williamtebokkel634
    @williamtebokkel634 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you very much captain😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

  • @phanivinayak5371
    @phanivinayak5371 Před 3 lety

    Very Nice, Keep Sailing.

  • @simongreasley8643
    @simongreasley8643 Před 3 lety +1

    That’s really nice how you grow juniors. Fantastic.

  • @thevoidspace1
    @thevoidspace1 Před 2 lety

    I watched until the end. How epic

  • @181suydam
    @181suydam Před 3 lety

    A lot of good information here. Thank you!

  • @deborahhux6794
    @deborahhux6794 Před 3 lety +1

    Enjoy all the information You are Awesome

  • @homgrwn
    @homgrwn Před 3 lety

    Love the look of that electronic chart. We use Rosepoint for our electronic charts

  • @themole1944
    @themole1944 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Captain

  • @Sheldonf7
    @Sheldonf7 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful video and perfectly explained

  • @selteacher
    @selteacher Před 3 lety

    I love your videos and tictoks. Thank you for sharing.

    • @katemccue1371
      @katemccue1371 Před 3 lety

      Thank you for your love and support which has brought me this far, it's has been a hard time for me but you supports has got me standing even in difficult times, I can't appreciate enough, the support of fans who have prayed for me, I welcome you to my CZcams channel.
      Write me on hangout or email......katemaccue71@gmail.com

  • @SuzyTopAgent
    @SuzyTopAgent Před 3 lety +7

    This was so interesting! I really enjoyed the way you broke everything down 👍