Due to technological advancements & the arrival of UAVs, many believe aircraft carriers are becoming obsolete. But the truth is aircraft carriers are here to stay. Here are 10 reasons why!

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Aircraft carriers are a powerful symbol of national strength. From their ability to provide air support to their role in humanitarian aid, aircraft carriers are truly indispensable

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Due to technological advancements & the arrival of UAVs, many believe aircraft carriers are becoming obsolete. But the truth is aircraft carriers are here to stay. Here are 10 reasons why!

1

Offensive Capabilities

Aircraft carriers provide a navy with the ability to carry out offensive operations on a massive scale, such as bombing raids, from the sea.

2

Defensive Capabilities

Aircraft carriers provide a navy with the ability to defend against air threats, such as hostile aircraft or missiles, before they can reach their intended target.

3

Power Projection

Aircraft carriers allow a country to project military power across vast distances, giving them a strategic advantage over their enemies.

4

Air Support

Aircraft carriers provide a major advantage in terms of air support. They can easily launch & recover aircraft at sea, allowing them to provide air support anywhere in the world.

5

Versatility

Aircraft carriers can carry various types of aircraft, allowing them to carry out a wide range of missions anywhere in the world.

6

Maritime Trafficking Interdiction

Aircraft carriers are also used to prevent maritime trafficking. They can detect & intercept ships carrying illegal goods or weapons.

7

Intelligence Gathering

They can deploy reconnaissance aircraft to gather information on enemy forces & can be used to provide electronic surveillance.

8

Nearly Impossible To Sink

Due to their vast size, the U.S. carriers have numerous water-tight compartments, & additional armoring. So even if a weapon hits a carrier, the damage will be limited.

9

Unlimited Range

The latest Gerald-class & the older Nimitz-class carriers have virtually unlimited range due to the nuclear-powered propulsion.

10

Humanitarian Aid

Aircraft carriers can also be used for humanitarian aid operations. They can deliver aid quickly to disaster-stricken areas and provide air support to aid workers.

Aircraft carriers are a powerful symbol of national strength. From their ability to provide air support to their role in humanitarian aid, aircraft carriers are truly indispensable

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