Electric catapults replacing traditional steam systems.
Unmanned aircraft entering the carrier flight deck.
Forced the rapid evolution of radar and CAP. ✈️ The Jet Age & Cold War (1950s - 1980s) Angled Decks: Allowed simultaneous launches and recoveries. Steam Catapults: Needed to launch heavy, fast jet aircraft.
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