The People's Liberation Army Navy's (PLAN's ) third and newest aircraft carrier is on track to begin sea trials later this year, and this week, Chinese state media released new images of the advanced warship. Images of the Type 003 Fujian were shared on China Central Television (CCTV).
Until the Ford-class aircraft carriers enter service with the U.S. Navy, the extended life spans of the existing Nimitz-class carriers will be essential to preserving America’s maritime security strategy.
Although details of how the Saphir - a Rubis-class submarine - was able to detect and attack Theodore Roosevelt quietly remain a mystery, the French submarine was successful in slipping into the Nimitz-class carrier’s defensive screen while avoiding detection by ASW assets.
The People's Liberation Army Navy's (PLAN's) most advanced aircraft carrier has begun testing and could soon take part in the first of its sea trials – an important step before the warship can enter service.