Steam-powered slingshots catapult Navy planes off USS Hancock

The video discusses the introduction of a new steam-powered catapult for launching aircraft from carriers, highlighting its development by the British and subsequent U.S. modifications. This catapult, showcased on the USS Hancock, can launch heavy planes quickly and is set to replace conventional hydraulic catapults on carriers like the Forrestal and Saratoga. The steam slingshot significantly enhances the efficiency of launching interceptor planes, marking a major advancement in naval aviation.

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