1.The USA’s Gerald R Ford Class holds the distinction of being the world’s largest aircraft carriers. This class of battleships in the US Navy comprises the USS Gerald R. Ford, which was commissioned in May 2017, as well as four other announced vessels currently being constructed.
2. Admiral Kuznetsov, Russia. The Kuznetsov class aircraft carrier of Russia is considered one of the finest carriers currently in active service. Functioning as the flagship of the Russian Navy, the Admiral Kuznetsov is an impressive vessel measuring 305 meters in length and 72 meters in beam, with a full load displacement of 58,500 tons. Apart from its versatile capabilities, this heavily armed ship has the potential to operate as an aircraft carrier, while also being equipped with weaponry that renders it highly formidable.
3. Charles De Gaulle, France. The Charles De Gaulle, the first French nuclear-powered surface ship, holds significant importance as one of France’s prominent aircraft carriers and has been in active service since 2001. With a total displacement of 36,000 tons and dimensions measuring 780 feet in length, 103 feet in width, and 27.8 feet in height, it stands as the sole nuclear-powered carrier in operation among navies other than the US Navy.
4. INS Vikramaditya, India. Among the largest aircraft carriers globally, INS Vikramaditya serves as the Indian Navy’s largest operational warship. This modified Kiev-class aircraft carrier spans 283.5 meters in length and has a beam of 61 meters. It was commissioned into service in 2013.
5.Cavour, Italy. Serving as the flagship of the Italian Navy, the Cavour aircraft carrier boasts a full load displacement of 30,000 tons. It is equipped with various defense systems, including short-range defense systems, guns, and decoy launchers.