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The most common practical carrier type

The light fleet carrier is identified as a recurring practical type, able to undertake much fleet-carrier work at a smaller size and lower cost.

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Question

What is the most common type of aircraft carrier built across navies?

Short answer

The light fleet carrier, which can approach fleet-carrier capability without the same size and expense.

Notes

The light fleet carrier is selected as the recurring practical type. It can undertake work approaching that of a fleet carrier while remaining smaller and less expensive. The Invincible class is given as an example. National labels vary, so some ships described as fleet carriers fit this lighter category in the comparison.