The Aircraft Carrier Is Now Just a Floating Graveyard? Some Experts Say Yes

Summary: Despite the perceived vulnerability of aircraft carriers to modern anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) systems, many countries continue to invest in them. This ongoing commitment can be attributed to a couple of key factors.

-First, carriers retain significant utility in various military contexts beyond high-intensity conflict zones, serving as mobile, flexible airbases that can project power and support operations around the globe.

-The advent of the F-35B has further enhanced...