INS Vishal Nuclear-Powered CATOBAR Aircraft Carrier
Planned · India · Last reported Nov 2025
Source: Meta-Defense
INS Vishal is a future Indian aircraft carrier planned for entry into service in the 2030-2035 decade. It will be a nuclear-powered vessel with a displacement of approximately 65,000 to 70,000 tons, adopting the CATOBAR (Catapult Assisted Take-Off But Arrested Recovery) configuration with an Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS). The project represents a doctrinal shift for the Indian Nav
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- Prospective
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- Nuclear, Aerospace & Defense, Government
- Location
- India
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
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- Meta-Defense
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Description | INS Vishal is a future Indian aircraft carrier planned for entry into service in the 2030-2035 decade. It will be a nuclear-powered vessel with a displacement of approximately 65,000 to 70,000 tons, adopting the CATOBAR (Catapult Assisted Take-Off But Arrested Recovery) configuration with an Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS). The project represents a doctrinal shift for the Indian Navy, moving from STOBAR to CATOBAR standard to support heavier and more capable aircraft such as Rafale M and airborne early warning aircraft. |
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Sector | Nuclear, Aerospace & Defense, Government |
Article published date | 2025-11-30 |
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