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French admiral backs US electromagnetic catapults for new carrier

Original: catapulte électromagnétique

French Navy admiral Pierre Cluzel says he sees no problem with using American electromagnetic catapults on France's future aircraft carrier, according to defense site Zone Militaire. The remarks touch a sensitive debate, as France has weighed whether to rely on US launch technology or develop its own for the next-generation carrier meant to replace the Charles de Gaulle.

Why now: Ongoing debate over France's next aircraft carrier and its reliance on US military technology

FranceFrench NavyUS NavyZone MilitaireCharles de Gaulle aircraft carrier

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• L’amiral Cluzel ne voit pas de problème avec les catapultes électromagnétiques américaines du futur porte-avions · Zone Militaire

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