UK Says Carrier Strike Capability Ready for Operations

Carrier
The maiden operational voyage of HMS Queen Elizabeth is now being prepared.
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LONDON—The UK has declared its carrier strike capability operational, paving the way for the first operational cruise of new carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth in the spring. The UK defense ministry says the initial operating capability milestone includes both the air and naval elements of the Carrier...
Tony Osborne

Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines.

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