Event Brief
US Navy keeps electromagnetics on newest carriers
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 23, 2026 at 3:04 PM ET
Summary: Despite an August order for the U.S. Navy to return to steam catapults on its newest aircraft carriers, the service appears to be sticking with electromagnetics. The article frames the decision as a continuation of the Navy’s current approach rather than a switch back to steam.
WHO: U.S. Navy
WHAT: The U.S. Navy appears to continue using electromagnetics instead of switching to steam catapults on its newest carriers.
WHEN: Aug 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: An August order called for a return to steam catapults, but the Navy appears to be continuing with electromagnetics.
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