WHAT THE HECK ARE ARMY PLANES DOING ON A CARRIER?

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Army planes are not typically launched from aircraft carriers, as aircraft carriers are designed to operate with naval aviation assets, primarily operated by the Navy. However, there could be a few scenarios where you might see Army planes or their personnel involved in carrier operations:

  1. Joint Operations: The U.S. military often conducts joint training exercises where different branches collaborate. Army aircraft might be involved in a coordinated effort with naval forces, demonstrating interoperability.

  2. Transport and Logistics: In some cases, Army aircraft may be temporarily based on or work closely with naval vessels for logistical purposes or support missions.

  3. Experimental or Testing: There may be instances of testing new technologies or concepts that involve different branches working together in unconventional ways.

  4. Miscommunication or Misidentification: Sometimes, what might seem like an "Army plane" may actually be a Navy aircraft that looks similar or is mistakenly identified.

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