Originally Posted by FB11
So why did the UK waste millions of ££ on SRVL if the VLBB was OK?
You didn't.
Most of the SRVL contracts were paid for
by the USN on behalf of the RN!
As for the WOD issue... sigh.
The spec for EMALS was to launch both F/A-18s and F-35Cs with ZERO WOD. Yes, this does likely mean that the track is longer, but that's the price you pay for this spec.
The AAG, which is to replace the Mk7 in all current USN carriers as well as be in new construction, is also designed for greater operating margins.