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| USS Tripoli in the East China Sea |
The US Navy has sent its newest aircraft carrier, the USS Tripoli (LHA 7), to the Indo-Pacific region to strengthen the country's air force near China. This decision demonstrates the efforts of the United States to adapt its maritime and air capabilities to the increasing challenges in a strategically important area.
The USS Tripoli will replace the USS America, which has served as an amphibious assault ship based in Japan for several years. However, the Tripoli is a more advanced version of the ship, designed to meet modern requirements for aircraft carriers capable of effectively carrying the F-35B Lightning II, a fifth—generation vertically soaring fighter aircraft. The move underscores the U.S. Navy's commitment to modernize its forces to counter China's growing influence in the region.
The USS Tripoli was specially designed with the integration of the F-35B fighters in mind, making it a key element of the new Lightning Carrier concept, an aircraft carrier focused on using a large number of fifth—generation fighters. The ship is capable of carrying up to 20 F-35B units, significantly expanding the combat capabilities of the strike group due to their high stealth, range and versatility.
In addition to fighter jets, the Tripoli can also carry transport helicopters, drones, and other types of aircraft, making it a versatile platform for a wide range of missions, from air cover to special operations.
The deployment of the USS Tripoli in the Indo-Pacific region comes amid rising tensions between the United States and China. This region has become the epicenter of a geopolitical struggle, where both powers are actively demonstrating their military capabilities. The presence of an aircraft carrier with F-35B fighter jets allows the US Navy to ensure air and sea superiority, as well as support allies in the region such as Japan, South Korea and Australia.
In addition, the USS Tripoli plays an important role in the implementation of the US strategy for freedom of navigation in the South China Sea, where Beijing is trying to assert its territorial claims. The ship will be able to conduct regular Freedom of Navigation Operations (FONOP) operations, confirming the right of countries to freely move in international waters.
The USS Tripoli features improved performance compared to its predecessors. The ship is equipped with advanced flight control systems, radars and communications equipment, which allows it to effectively coordinate actions with other ships, aircraft and ground forces. Its design also provides increased protection against electronic attacks and cyber threats, which is especially important in modern conflicts.
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