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Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 2 January 2026. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Monday, 22 December 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Aircraft Carriers: Early Warning Systems

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government when the UK's carrier battle groups will have fully functioning carrier-based Airborne Early Warning.

Answer

The Crowsnest Airborne Surveillance and Control system provides carrier-based airborne early warning. It achieved Full Operating Capability in March 2025.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL13065
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Aircraft carriers Early warning systems
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk