Type003 The CV-18 Fujian-class aircraft carrier’s progression toward full operational status is contingent upon the successful integration of Replenishment at Sea (RAS) procedures. Sustained carrier operations require continuous logistical support:
- Crew sustenance: Regular delivery of food and essential supplies ensures the health and readiness of personnel.
- Air wing support: Aircraft depend on uninterrupted access to aviation fuel, ordnance, and spare parts to maintain sortie generation rates and credible deterrence.
While RAS is often perceived as a routine and unremarkable logistical function, its strategic importance cannot be overstated. The ability to conduct reliable, safe, and efficient replenishment operations at sea represents a critical enabler of extended carrier deployments. For the Fujian, demonstrating proficiency in RAS is therefore not merely a technical milestone but a foundational requirement for achieving full combat effectiveness and operational credibility within the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN).
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Official specs of the PLAN Type901 Replenishment ship.
Pennant number: 965 Hulunhu (current Pennant, 901 previous pennant)
- Length:241 meters
- Length at waterline: 225 meters
- Beam: 32 meters
- Draft: 17.8 meter
- Fully loaded Draft: 10.8 meter
- Normal load: 46,000 tons
- Full load: 48,00 tons
For unofficial spec, there’s always Wikipedia (link)
Friday, October 23, 2020
PR Photos Of The Day: Hulun Lake (Type 901 fast combat support ship) refuelling and resupplying an entire naval task force
Monday, December 24, 2018
Boring logistics pictures of the day: 2nd Type 901 Class Fleet Replenishment Ship named "Chagan hu", pennant number 967
The namesake, Chagan Lake, seems to be a nice place to visit too
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