Trump directs Navy to return to steam catapults on aircraft carriers

Trump directs Navy to return to steam catapults on aircraft carriers

President Trump's directive to revert to steam catapults on aircraft carriers signals a shift from the current electromagnetic catapult systems, which experts say will increase operational costs and complexity. This move aims to restore traditional technology, but it raises questions about the future efficiency and capability of the Navy's most advanced carriers. The decision underscores a broader debate on military modernization and the balance between technological progress and traditional methods.

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