Undoubtedly, this point is extremely important.
In fact, this analysis is what convinced Stark.
To put it simply, when the Liangxia Navy launches a reprisal, the 41st Special Mixed Fleet will definitely act as the main force, undertaking the main combat tasks, or forcing the Newland Fleet to shift its focus eastward, thus ignoring the threat from the west. The main strike tasks will be carried out by the shore-based air force's patrol aircraft, and possibly Air Force bombers, while the shipborne air force's main role will be to provide escort cover.
To this end, the 61st Special Mixed Fleet must advance near Transfer Island.
Only by getting close enough can the fighters on board play their due role in escort missions.
In addition, Smith roughly estimated based on the previous 3 days of engagements that the ship-borne fighters of the 61st Special Mixed Fleet exceeded the normal standard.
