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Trump directs fleet to use Bukhari catapult
U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the Navy to abandon electromagnetic catapult systems on future aircraft carriers and revert to steam-powered catapults. This decision could cost billions of dollars. The move comes despite years of opposition from naval officials, who cite the complexity of the electromagnetic system associated with modern carrier designs. The decision involves redesigning the USS Doris Miller, an Gerald R. Ford-class carrier, while maintaining electromagnetic systems on the first three ships of that class. Trump justifies returning to the steam system by citing its greater durability, easier maintenance, and lower operational costs, despite the technological advancements of electromagnetic systems in improving aircraft launching and recovery, as well as increasing speed. Data indicates that operating a Ford-class carrier costs about $100 million less annually than a Nimitz-class carrier. However, experts say replacing the systems will cost billions due to significant design differences. The decision also raises concerns about its potential impact on technological superiority and national security.
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