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Aircraft Carriers
Is Any Ship Not an Aircraft Carrier Anymore?
“By the terms that Americans judge other nations’ warships, the U.S. Navy operates 19 aircraft carriers.”
Japan’s Unveils “Aircraft Carrier in Disguise”
China is unnerved by Japan’s 22DDH-class (Izumo) helicopter destroyer, which is a destroyer in name only.
Keeping China’s Second Aircraft Carrier in Perspective
New pictures suggest that China is building its first domestically made aircraft carrier. What are the implications?
India’s Naval Aviation: Punching Below Its Weight
While partnering with others may help, India’s naval aviation is handicapping itself in numerous ways.
Russia’s Only Aircraft Carrier Syria Bound?
Putin wants to re-establish Russia as a major player in world politics. Will his resentment of the US get in his way?
China and India: Aircraft Carrier Plans Advance
Both nations press ahead with new carrier-operated aircraft and capabilities.
Aircraft Carriers: R.I.P?
The Diplomat’s Robert Farley brings us the latest on this popular debate.
Time For a Better "Naval Vocabulary"
Recent examples show that naming conventions for various warship classes are far from imperfect.
China's Military Surprises
Surprising reports on aircraft carriers, missiles and stealth fighters underscore China’s growing military strength.