Larger helicopter hangars would put pressure on carrier tonnage limits. Britain and the United States are still expected to remain within the treaty system, but Britain might seek a larger carrier allowance instead of further reductions. Hangar standards on helicopter cruisers and sloops could also influence carrier design. If those ships need twenty-foot hangars for maintenance, their arrangements establish a practical precedent.
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Larger hangars change carrier treaty bargaining
Britain might seek a larger carrier allowance while remaining within the treaty system as helicopter hangars increase ship size.