No More Floating Airbases: The Age of the Mighty Navy Aircraft Carrier Is Over

Summary and Key Points: Aircraft carriers, once central to U.S. naval strategy, are increasingly seen as outdated and vulnerable to modern missile threats.

-Despite their historical success and significant cost, carriers face growing challenges from advanced missile technologies employed by rivals like China and asymmetric threats from groups like the Iran-backed Houthis.

-The U.S. Navy's reliance on these expensive assets may hinder its effectiveness. Instead, a strategic shift towards expanding the submarine fleet...