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The '''Welf-class nuclear aircraft carrier''' is a class of nuclear powered aircraft carriers currently being constructed for the [[Drambenburg]]ian [[Kreigsmarine]]. The class, with a planned total of four ships, will replace the Navy's current carriers on a one-for-one basis, starting with the lead ship, [[SMS Welf]], replacing the first ship in the [[Wilhelm-class nuclear aircraft carrier|Wilhelm-class]]. The new vessels have a hull similar to the Wilhelm-class but introduce technologies such as the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), a second launch deck, a dedicated helipad, improved efficiency reactors, as well as other design features intended to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs, including sailing with smaller crews. The Welf-class is the world's largest aircraft carrier, surpassing the [[Talon-class nuclear aircraft carrier]]s. | The '''Welf-class nuclear aircraft carrier''' is a class of nuclear powered aircraft carriers currently being constructed for the [[Drambenburg]]ian [[Kreigsmarine]]. The class, with two in active service and a planned total of four ships, will replace the Navy's current carriers on a one-for-one basis, starting with the lead ship, [[SMS Welf]], replacing the first ship in the [[Wilhelm-class nuclear aircraft carrier|Wilhelm-class]]. The new vessels have a hull similar to the Wilhelm-class but introduce technologies such as the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), a second launch deck, a dedicated helipad, improved efficiency reactors, as well as other design features intended to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs, including sailing with smaller crews. The Welf-class is the world's largest aircraft carrier, surpassing the [[Talon-class nuclear aircraft carrier]]s. | ||
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[[Category:Drambenburg]][[Category:Coalition of Crown Albatross]] | [[Category:Drambenburg]][[Category:Coalition of Crown Albatross]] | ||
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_underway_in_the_Atlantic_Ocean_on_9_October_2022_(221009-N-TL968-1248).JPG) SMS Welf underway in the Cantalle Ocean on 9 October 2022.
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| Class and type: | Welf-class |
| Length: | 1,092 ft (333 m) |
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| Height: | 250 ft (76 m) |
| Decks: | 25 |
| Propulsion: | Four shafts |
| Speed: | In excess of 30 knots (56 km/h; 35 mph) |
| Range: | ≈25 years before mid-life refuel |
| Complement: | 4539 (including air wing) |
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| Aircraft carried: | 75+ |
| Aviation facilities: | 1,092 ft × 256 ft (333 m × 78 m) flight deck |
The Welf-class nuclear aircraft carrier is a class of nuclear powered aircraft carriers currently being constructed for the Drambenburgian Kreigsmarine. The class, with two in active service and a planned total of four ships, will replace the Navy's current carriers on a one-for-one basis, starting with the lead ship, SMS Welf, replacing the first ship in the Wilhelm-class. The new vessels have a hull similar to the Wilhelm-class but introduce technologies such as the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), a second launch deck, a dedicated helipad, improved efficiency reactors, as well as other design features intended to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs, including sailing with smaller crews. The Welf-class is the world's largest aircraft carrier, surpassing the Talon-class nuclear aircraft carriers.