Carrier-based aircraft are specialized military planes designed to operate from the decks of aircraft carriers. These aircraft are equipped with features such as reinforced landing gear and tailhooks, allowing them to land on and take off from short runways. They play a crucial role in naval operations, providing air support, reconnaissance, and strike capabilities. These aircraft can include various types, such as fighter jets, bombers, and surveillance planes. Notable examples include the F/A-18 Hornet and the E-2 Hawkeye. Carrier-based aircraft enhance a navy's operational range and flexibility, enabling power projection across vast ocean areas.