French Parliament Report Recommends Second Aircraft Carrier Order by 2029
A French parliamentary report, authored by lawmaker Yannick Chenevard, advises the government to order a second next-generation aircraft carrier by 2029. This recommendation aims to ensure a continuous Carrier Strike Group presence at sea, addressing escalating global security threats. The report suggests building a sister ship to the 'France Libre' would offer industrial and financial benefits, costing approximately 30 percent less than the lead ship due to covered research and development expenses. The proposed timeline would allow for offset maintenance schedules and leverage existing shipyard capacity.
Why it matters
The report suggests ordering a second carrier by 2029 to meet security threats and bolster the French Navy's European maritime standing.
Source: Naval News — read the original
Source published 28 Oct 2026, 06:52 UTC