How amphibious ships could provide a third carrier

Could Britain build a third Queen Elizabeth-class carrier?

A third fleet carrier is unlikely, but several ski-jump LHDs could provide a secondary aviation role while replacing amphibious ships.

The fleet carriers would remain primarily aviation ships, while the LHDs would remain primarily amphibious. Their overlapping secondary roles would give Britain more ways to cover maintenance and operational gaps. Three ski-jump LHDs could replace several aging amphibious and aviation-support vessels while providing emergency fixed-wing capacity. The concept depends on actually buying enough escorts and compatible aircraft, not merely fitting a ramp.