Summary and Key Points: As China's anti-access/area-denial (A2/AD) capabilities grow, the U.S. Navy's aircraft carriers face unprecedented threats from advanced anti-ship and hypersonic missiles.
-Historically, carriers have been the cornerstone of U.S. naval dominance, but China's sophisticated defensive systems challenge their effectiveness.
-To mitigate these threats, U.S. carriers must stay clear of contested zones and undergo modifications to enhance their survivability.
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