7. Canberra Class (Australia)
Reflecting Australia's dedication to regional maritime security, Australia's Canberra Class Landing Helicopter Docks (LHDs) mark a major development in the amphibious capacity of the Royal Australian Navy. Based on the Spanish Juan Carlos I design but altered for Australian needs, these ships provide great adaptability for both military and humanitarian missions. The ships have a ski-jump flight deck designed to run several rotary-wing aircraft as well as maybe F-35B fighters going forward. While the large vehicle deck can store and move many military vehicles and freight, their well deck can handle several landing crafts. The ships are great assets for disaster relief activities because of their medical facilities—two operational theatres, an intensive care unit, and specialised isolation rooms. While keeping operating efficiency, advanced automation systems lower personnel needs; sophisticated damage control systems guarantee survivability in demanding environments. Modern communication systems and sensor suites among the boats' command and control features help to enable efficient coordination of international and joint operations. Their environmental control systems enable operation in several climatic situations, while their great fuel and water generating capacity supports continuous operations in far-off places.
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