The Zuikaku and turkey might be referencing Great Marianas Turkey Shoot (Battle of the Philippine Sea). It basically says that it was a major naval battle of WWII that crippled Japanese Navy's future large-scale carrier actions. It is perfect reference for this chapter since it shows Enterprise...
So the MC is will play bad guy to look out both of their backs, huh? Sounds like he is a loyal friend although his method is questionable to some people.