China’s powerful new carrier almost ready to sail

The transcript discusses the release of satellite photos by CSIS showing China's new aircraft carrier nearing completion. The carrier, located at Shanghai's Jiangnan shipyard, features advanced catapult systems that enhance its capabilities compared to older carriers. These systems allow the launch of heavier aircraft, similar to US carriers. The new carrier's electromagnetic catapults provide a significant advantage over the steam-powered systems used by US carriers.

What recent development has been observed regarding China's new aircraft carrier?

How does the new carrier's launching system differ from China's existing carriers?

What types of aircraft can the new carrier potentially launch compared to older carriers?

What is the significance of the E2 Hawkeye Radar platform in relation to US carriers?

What advantages do electromagnetic catapults provide over steam-powered catapults?