What is Aircraft Carriers?
Carriers need navy technology level 3. Daily upkeep is 4,500,000, the highest single-unit upkeep in the published table, and manpower is 200,000. They have the longest published range. Battleships counter them. An older navy note that listed only battleships predates this unit.
Published facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Spawn cost | 525,000,000 |
| Daily upkeep | 4,500,000 |
| Availability | Navy technology level 3, requires a port |
How do you get Aircraft Carriers?
Research navy technology to level 3 and own a port. They are not part of the opening three units.
How do you use Aircraft Carriers?
Build a carrier when you need planes but your capital airport is threatened. Keep a plan for enemy battleships, because the carrier loses that matchup.