Amphibious ships 'could be equipped with JSF'

摘要

Reports from the Australian media suggest that Tony Abbott, Australia's prime minister, "wants the navy's new amphibious assault ships fitted out to carry Joint Strike Fighters - effectively turning the giant vessels into aircraft carriers." The proposal, which would require comprehensive structural changes to the ships costing millions, comes at a time when the government is under pressure over budget cuts. It would also require Australia to buy an alternative version of the aircraft already on order.