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How powerful is a modern aircraft carrier?
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A modern aircraft carrier is equipped with jet fighters and vertical take-off aircraft, and may have a steam catapult and a 'ski jump' to assist planes into the air. Two or more helicopters are carried for reconnaissance, submarine detection, and rescue work. The ship is defended by missiles that are launched against other missiles, aircraft, and submarines. Radar-directed guns are used at close range. | | A modern aircraft carrier is a self-contained fighting unit that can both attack the enemy and defend itself. |
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Book:
1001
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Section:
Science and Technology
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Chapter:
Ships
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