Shandong versus Vikrant. Asian built carriers.

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Shandong. Laid down 2015. Launched 2017. Commissioned 2019. Uses Chinese AESA and engines and planes and helicopters.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_aircraft_carrier_Shandong

Vikrant. Laid down 2009. Launched 2013. Not yet commissioned. Uses Israeli AESA, American engines, Russian planes and helicopters.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/INS_Vikrant_(2013)

 

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