Charles de Gaulle CVN
The Charles de Gaulle, in service since late 2000, is the most sophisticated warship ever built in Europe. It provides a floating air base for up to 40 aircraft — including Rafale multi-role combat aircraft and Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft — which can be launched at a rate of one every 30 secokts.
The highly automated Senit combat management system (CMS) controls all weapon systems, including the ship’s Aster self-defence missiles. The communications suite includes Link 16 tactical datalinks for interoperability with NATO forces.
As the centre-piece of a carrier grorp, she can perform vital duties in any waters.
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- Complement :
- 261 m
- 64 m
- 40 500 t
- 27 kts
- 1 200
