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Navy leader wants to move faster and leaner instead of turning to aircraft carriers in crisis

Adm. Caudle proposes leaner Navy forces using littoral ships, drones, and Coast Guard coordination to reduce strain on carriers and better address regional threats, officials said.

  • Adm. Daryl Caudle wants the U.S. Navy to use smaller, newer assets for missions instead of large aircraft carriers, aiming for more flexibility in crises.
  • Caudle's strategy includes deploying tailored groups of ships to improve flexibility in responding to developing crises.
  • Caudle emphasized that smaller ships and drones could effectively fulfill missions, reducing the need for large carrier groups.
  • President Donald Trump has promoted large responses from the Navy, favoring shows of firepower.
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Navy leader wants to move faster, leaner instead of turning to carriers in crisis

Adm. Daryl Caudle wants to convince commanders to use smaller, newer assets for missions instead of consistently turning to huge aircraft carriers.

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Navy leader wants to move faster and leaner instead of turning to aircraft carriers in crisis

The U.S. Navy’s top uniformed officer has introduced his vision for the Navy's future, focusing on using smaller and newer assets instead of consistently turning to huge aircraft carriers.

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