Trump's plans for aircraft carriers face criticism from analysts and contractors concerned about costs and construction delays.

The USS George Washington was the only United States Navy aircraft carrier able to head to New York City following the attacks on the World Trade Center.

While the scope and technology of naval power have evolved immensely in the 80 years since World War II ended, the aircraft carrier continues to be one of the most powerful and important weapons on ...

‘Xi, You’re Not Welcome’: As Trump Hosts China’s Leader, Thousands Protest in Washington On June 23, China’s third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, transited through the Taiwan Strait. According to an ...

“Ski-jump” carriers are smaller and weaker than catapult-equipped ones—but as recent events involving the president show, catapults are far from a silver bullet for effective carrier operations.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Suciu covers trends in the world of aerospace and defense. The Russian Navy's lone aircraft carrier, the Admiral Flota ...