Strong Support

Jaison Deepak

Landing Helicopter Docks (LHD) are some of the most versatile amphibious support platforms for 21st century naval operations. They have played a vital role during high intensity operations, low intensity conflict and peace time.

In the military role they can carry Main Battle Tanks, Armoured Personal Carriers, Troops, hovercraft, Supplies and an assortment of helicopters. LHDs can also double up as mini aircraft carriers launching short take-off and vertical landing aircraft (STOVL) fighters. They are the backbone of any expeditionary force, especially supporting troops in sub-national conflicts where the local population can be unhappy with an on-land base. In peacetime they can be used to carry relief during natural disasters by carrying relief material, personnel, rescue helicopters or can act as hospital ships with a large number of beds.

Missions

Amphibious Operations: They play a critical role in military interventions in conventional and sub conventional conflicts when access to land routes are not available to the target country. They can deploy light/heavy armoured vehicles, marines supplies and ammunition to the region of interest. They can also be handy in protecting island territories like the Andaman and Nicobar Islands with the ability to deploy large military deployments on short notice.

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