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The airwing of the Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier is designed to provide versatile support for a range of operational scenarios, ensuring that the carrier can effectively project power and maintain air superiority. The standard complement includes:
The airwing of the Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier is designed to provide versatile support for a range of operational scenarios, ensuring that the carrier can effectively project power and maintain air superiority. The standard complement includes:


* '''Fighters:'''
=== Multi-Role Fighters ===
  * 10 × F-35B Lightning II - Multi-role ground attack/bomber aircraft.
{| class="wikitable"
  * 5 × AV-8B Harrier II - Vertical/short takeoff and landing attack aircraft.
|-
! '''Aircraft'''
! '''Number'''
! '''Description'''
! '''Link'''
|-
| Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II
| x10 on board
| Multirole short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) stealth fighter with advanced sensor fusion and electronic warfare capabilities, adaptable to various combat scenarios.
| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lockheed_Martin_F-35_Lightning_II#Variants F-35B Lightning II]
|}


* '''Tilt Rotary:'''
=== Close Air Support ===
  * 2 × MV-22B Osprey - Designed for carrier operations, these tilt-rotor aircraft provide logistical support and troop transport.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! '''Aircraft'''
! '''Number'''
! '''Description'''
! '''Link'''
|-
| McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II Plus
| x5 on board
| Vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) ground-attack aircraft designed for close air support and precision strikes.
| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McDonnell_Douglas_AV-8B_Harrier_II#Variants AV8B Harrier II Plus]
|}


* '''Attack Rotary:'''
=== Tilt-Rotor ===
  * 5 × AH-1W SuperCobra - Attack helicopters designed for close air support.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! '''Tilt-Rotary Aircraft'''
! '''Number'''
! '''Description'''
! '''Link'''
|-
| Boeing MV-22 Osprey
| x2 on board
| Multi-role tilt-rotor assault transport for troops, equipment and supplies, capable of operating from ships or expeditionary airfields ashore.
| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_Boeing_V-22_Osprey#Variants MV-22 Osprey]
|}


* '''Rotary:'''
=== Attack Rotary ===
  * 1 × CH-46 Sea Knight - Medium-lift transport helicopter.
{| class="wikitable"
  * 1 × CH-53 Sea Stallion - Heavy-lift transport helicopter.
|-
  * 2 × UH-1N Huey - Utility helicopters for troop transport and support missions.
! '''Attack Rotary Aircraft'''
! '''Number'''
! '''Description'''
! '''Link'''
|-
| Bell AH-1Z Viper
| x5 on board
| Attack helicopter featuring advanced avionics and precision weaponry.
| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_AH-1Z_Viper AH-1Z Viper]
|}
 
=== Rotary ===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! '''Rotary Aircraft'''
! '''Number'''
! '''Description'''
! '''Link'''
|-
| CH-46 Sea Knight
| x1 on board
| Medium-lift transport helicopter used for troop transport and logistics.
| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_Vertol_CH-46_Sea_Knight CH-46 Sea Knight]
|-
| CH-53 Sea Stallion
| x1 on board
| Heavy-lift transport helicopter capable of carrying large cargo and personnel.
| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikorsky_CH-53_Sea_Stallion CH-53 Sea Stallion]
|-
| UH-1N Huey
| x2 on board
| Utility helicopter used for troop transport, medevac, and logistical support.
| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_UH-1_Iroquois UH-1 Huey]
|}


The airwing is capable of executing a variety of missions, including ground support, troop transport, and reconnaissance, enhancing the operational flexibility of the Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier.
The airwing is capable of executing a variety of missions, including ground support, troop transport, and reconnaissance, enhancing the operational flexibility of the Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier.

Revision as of 14:38, 22 September 2024

Overview

The Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier (BBCVGN-761) was developed to meet the evolving operational needs of the Confederate States Marine Corps, integrating land, sea, and air assets into a cohesive platform. Commissioned in response to the necessity for a vessel that could deliver both firepower and logistical support, it serves as a vital component in the Marine Corps' strategy to project power and ensure maritime security.

Primarily designed as an anti-piracy deterrent and a naval support vessel, the Lexington-Class is capable of transporting Marine Corps units and their equipment efficiently across vast distances. Its VTOL deck enables the launch of various aircraft, enhancing its versatility in combat operations and providing critical air support during amphibious assaults. The carrier's armament and defensive systems further reinforce its role as a formidable presence in naval operations, ensuring the protection of maritime interests while facilitating rapid response to emerging threats.

With a legacy of being constructed from updated Iowa-class hulls, the Lexington-Class represents a blend of tradition and modern capability, maintaining relevance in contemporary maritime warfare while fulfilling the comprehensive needs of the Marine Corps.

Description

The Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier was conceived as a nuclear-powered platform to enhance the operational capabilities of the Confederate States Marine Corps. Despite initial objections regarding the necessity of such an advanced vessel, the Marine Corps advocated strongly for its development, providing initial funding that garnered further Congressional support.

Designed for versatility in modern naval warfare, the Lexington-Class features a formidable array of armaments that blend historical legacy with contemporary enhancements. Initially equipped with traditional gun platforms from the Great War, these vessels have since been upgraded to include powerful naval artillery for long-range engagements, as well as advanced missile systems for precise strikes against both land and naval targets.

The carrier is now armed with an impressive combination of heavy-caliber guns and modern missile systems, ensuring it can deliver devastating firepower while also maintaining robust defensive capabilities against aerial threats. Additionally, it boasts a Fleet Link Communications Suite, which facilitates seamless coordination among Anagonian naval and military maritime assets, enhancing its effectiveness in joint operations.

Through its advanced design and upgraded systems, the Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier remains a vital asset in the Confederate States Navy's fleet, exemplifying a commitment to maintaining a modern and capable maritime force that supports amphibious operations and deters piracy in a rapidly evolving security landscape.

Specifications

  • Length: 280.3 meters (919.6 feet)
  • Beam: 38.2 meters (125.3 feet)
  • Draft: 9 meters (29.5 feet)
  • Displacement: 62,000 tons
  • Propulsion:
    • 3 × Furlington Nuclear Reactors; 100,000 HP each
    • Top Speed: 31.6 knots
  • Armor:
    • 16 inches on the main turrets
    • 8 inches on the superstructure
    • 6 inches on the hangar
    • 4 inches on the rest of the hull
  • Armament:
    • 6 × 16-inch (406 mm) / 50 cal. Mark 7 guns
    • 12 × 5-inch / 38 cal. Mark 12 guns
    • 30 × Browning .50 Caliber Machine Gun emplacements
    • 30 × BGM-109 Tomahawk cruise missiles
    • 18 × RGM-84 Harpoon anti-ship missiles
    • 8 × 20 mm Phalanx CIWS
  • Complement:
    • 80 × Airwing
    • 400 × Marines
    • 1,250 × Crew

Airwing Complement

The airwing of the Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier is designed to provide versatile support for a range of operational scenarios, ensuring that the carrier can effectively project power and maintain air superiority. The standard complement includes:

Multi-Role Fighters

Aircraft Number Description Link
Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II x10 on board Multirole short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) stealth fighter with advanced sensor fusion and electronic warfare capabilities, adaptable to various combat scenarios. F-35B Lightning II

Close Air Support

Aircraft Number Description Link
McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II Plus x5 on board Vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) ground-attack aircraft designed for close air support and precision strikes. AV8B Harrier II Plus

Tilt-Rotor

Tilt-Rotary Aircraft Number Description Link
Boeing MV-22 Osprey x2 on board Multi-role tilt-rotor assault transport for troops, equipment and supplies, capable of operating from ships or expeditionary airfields ashore. MV-22 Osprey

Attack Rotary

Attack Rotary Aircraft Number Description Link
Bell AH-1Z Viper x5 on board Attack helicopter featuring advanced avionics and precision weaponry. AH-1Z Viper

Rotary

Rotary Aircraft Number Description Link
CH-46 Sea Knight x1 on board Medium-lift transport helicopter used for troop transport and logistics. CH-46 Sea Knight
CH-53 Sea Stallion x1 on board Heavy-lift transport helicopter capable of carrying large cargo and personnel. CH-53 Sea Stallion
UH-1N Huey x2 on board Utility helicopter used for troop transport, medevac, and logistical support. UH-1 Huey

The airwing is capable of executing a variety of missions, including ground support, troop transport, and reconnaissance, enhancing the operational flexibility of the Lexington-Class Battleship Carrier.

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