THE Royal Navy’s future flagship is expected to arrive in her new home port within weeks, Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has confirmed.
The £3 billion aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth will sail into Portsmouth following extensive preparations at the naval base to accommodate the largest ship in the fleet.
Weather conditions mean the exact date of the carrier’s arrival is yet to be confirmed. The window for entry will open on August 17 and the vessel is expected to dock no later than August 22.
The 280-metre, 65,000-tonne aircraft carrier has been undergoing sea trials since setting sail from Rosyth dockyard in June.
The carrier currently has no planes but flying trials are due to begin next year.
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