Definition of the term 'air-capable ship' per official documentation of the United States Department of Defense.
air-capable ship
All ships other than aircraft carriers; aircraft carriers, nuclear; amphibious assault ships, landing platform helicopter; general purpose amphibious assault ships; or general purpose amphibious assault ships (with internal dock) from which aircraft can take off, be recovered, or routinely receive and transfer logistic support. See also aviation ship. (JP 3-04.1) (US DoD)
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