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To: Jeff Head

The design of the Ford Class Carrier appears to have the island well aft. It might be interesting to see an analysis of island placement over time.


30 posted on 02/13/2012 4:21:19 PM PST by 2nd Bn, 11th Mar (The "p" in Democrat stands for patriotism.)
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To: 2nd Bn, 11th Mar

They eliminated the aft, starboard elevator and have the Island placed further aft.

As a result there will be three elevators instead of four.

Apparantly, U.S. naval analysis indicated that this would increase the ability and flexability of aircraft movement on the deck and increase sortie rates and efficiency.


31 posted on 02/13/2012 4:28:44 PM PST by Jeff Head (Liberty is not free. Never has been, never will be. (www.dragonsfuryseries.com))
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