Actually the latest thing I heard is the MOD are seriously looking into the Sea Grippen that Saab are developing right here in the UK. The Grippen has short take off capability so the carrier could keep the ski jump design without an expensive catapult system. The Grippen's a great little plane, I think this is a good backup plan. Saab/Bae Sea Griffin FGR.1 FTW
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