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What role remains for seaplane tenders?

Seaplane tenders complement the strike carriers by scouting for the battle fleet and building a patrol web in the Baltic.

Question

Would seaplane tenders join the strike or a follow-up attack?

Short answer

They would more likely support the Grand Fleet with reconnaissance, then extend patrol and anti-submarine coverage into the Baltic.

Notes

Seaplane tenders would accompany the Grand Fleet to provide reconnaissance and support. Their proposed role is separate from the carriers' concentrated attack on Wilhelmshaven. A later move into the Baltic could give them another patrol area. The suggested model resembles the North Sea's Spider's Web patrols, with aircraft searching for German submarines and patrol ships.