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Saturday, May 12, 2012

Spanish aircraft carrier’s end could be near

[SPS Principe de Asturias]Spain's Navy is considering mothballing the Principe de Asturias aircraft carrier as well as six Santa Maria-class frigates.

The ships would remain on “restricted duties” awaiting a return to operational duties, Navy sources said. This could be the first step towards decommissioning the ships, experts believe.

The medium term economic situation was unlikely to improve and ships deteriorate quickly when not in constant use, they pointed out.

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