China's Newest Aircraft Carrier Fujian Compared to USS Gerald R. Ford
Summary
China has launched its latest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the CNS Fujian, which is compared to the United States' USS Gerald R. Ford. Both carriers have similar modern features but differ in size, power source, and capacity. China continues to expand its navy as part of an effort to build a world-class military.Key Facts
- The CNS Fujian is China's newest and most advanced aircraft carrier.
- The USS Gerald R. Ford and the CNS Fujian both use electromagnetic catapults to launch aircraft.
- The Fujian operates with steam turbines and diesel generators, while the Gerald R. Ford is nuclear-powered.
- The Gerald R. Ford can operate without refueling for 20 to 25 years.
- The Fujian has a displacement of over 80,000 tons; the Gerald R. Ford has 112,000 tons.
- The Gerald R. Ford can carry over 75 aircraft; the Fujian can carry 50 to 60 aircraft.
- The Fujian is homeported in Hainan, near the South China Sea; the Gerald R. Ford is homeported in Norfolk, Virginia.
- China aims to build a world-class military fleet by 2049 as part of its naval modernization efforts.
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