So-Cal -- In an unprecedented deal in civilian re-purposing of military hardware, an undisclosed entertainment giant has completed the purchase-lease of the USS Enterprise aircraft carrier. The Nimitz-class nuclear aircraft carrier, designated CVN-65, was slated for decommissioning in 2013 due to increased cost of maintenance over it's 50 year active lifespan. The company has hopes of converting the carrier and adding to it's already built-in amenities of gyms, coffee shop, television station and daily newspaper, to an international floating theme park capable of servicing 5,000 overnight patrons, and over twice that amount in just day visitors. The major factors prompting the purchase were, international laws governing contraband , secure platform for entertaining elite, and mobility. Gambling, and adult entertainment services normally illegal, along with contraband from most countries, can be enjoyed while in international waters. A unique experience for a worldwide upscale clientele, and the ability to bring theme park entertainment to any port in the world, are just a few more of the benefits; not to mention a built-in airport. While originally costing $450 million to build, the theme park operator struck a deal for a fraction of the original price while retaining the military employed in navigation and operation of the 8 nuclear reactors. This being a fraction of the cost of building a theme park and infrastructure within city limits, greatly reduces the cost of securing land, permits and licensing from any given country. A spokesperson for the pentagon stated the conversion will start later in 2012 under strict supervision with nothing mickey mouse about the operation.