Double zero,
The benefits of CTOL far outweigh the benefits of VSTOL. Why have a rough ready made strip, when with CTOL supported by AAR, you can pretty much reach anywhere in the world from the Sea platform. No need to live in a trench, trying to do an engine service in 50 degree heat and trying to keep the sand out. Do you deep servicing in an air-conditioned environment, safe from mortar attack, go to dinner and then get your swede down in a proper bed after watching the evening film. Get up in the morning have a hot shower, take your washing down to the laundry, have breakfast and launch the next wave.
Will Typhoon be operating from unmade strips?
