The construction of the 2 Universal Landing Craft ( Helicopter carriers) was officially started at a ceremony today.
I haven't been following closely, and do not speak Russian, but indications out there suggest a design in the 20 000 to 25 000 ton range.
From Ronnie Serrano on the "Project Terminated" page on Facebook:
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https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=876967599032670&set=gm.646696872124265&type=1&theater
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As is well known the Royal Navy built up a decent force of
new and converted amphibious ships in the 1960s based on the
converted carriers Bulwark and Albion, the two Fearless class LPDs
and the Sir Lancelot class LSTs.
Mention, however, is made in some sources of proposals to build
additional...
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In the 1960s the RN considered ordering up to six purpose built Commando/ASW carriers to replace the Albion and Bulwark conversions.
It is a pity that the RN's focus on trying to keep its fixed wing aircraft carriers stood in the way of this programme as a decent design emerging in the second...
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Over the years the STOVL ability of the Harrier has led to various proposals for ships for it to operate from.
First was the VT Harrier Carrier concept of the mid-1970s. 8,000 tons, c. 400ft length at WL, 420 ft flight deck with ski-jump.
Electric propulsion powered by 9x5000 hp gas turbine...
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Hi Folks,
I am interested in information on the cancelled British CVA-01 carrier design. Any assistance would be appreciated.
Thankyou in advance.
Regards,
Greg
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