Navy: Aircraft Carriers
(asked on 20th February 2026) - View Source
Question to the Ministry of Defence:
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many vessels and of what type would be required to escort an aircraft carrier in a peer conflict.
This question was answered on 2nd March 2026
The number and type of vessels required to escort an aircraft carrier will vary depending on the mission, threat, operating area, and the contribution of allies.