On 29 Jan 2005 14:44:12 GMT, (Pechs1) wrote:

Lana- Which is why CVN's tend to stay in deep water far offshore.
BRBR

A CVN, is far more 'protected' in noisy shallow water than deep water, with
regards to a diesel sitting there, sonar recieve open.

Well, yes and no. In noisy, target infested shallow water the sub has
a much harder time identifying a target. If the CV is using any
"deception tactics" the problem is magnified for the sub skipper.

On the other hand, in shallow, restricted waters the sub hunters have
a similar problem. The CV may also have significant navigation
problems. If the sub is lucky and can get himself within range of one
of his weapons then he might get a "free shot."

In deep water you have more quiet (beneficial to hunter and hunted)
but gives the target more room to manuever and, if the sub is not
lucky, will probably never reach a firing position.

The diesel sub is not an empty threat, but neither is it a seven foot
giant.

Bill Kambic