The UK Royal Navy (RN) aircraft carrier (CVS) HMS Illustrious sailed from Portsmouth, UK, on 29 March 2006 to lead a four-ship task group to the Indian Ocean region. Intended to support maritime security and anti-terror operations in its operating area, the four-month 'Aquila 06' deployment will also be used to exercise Illustrious'. enhanced maritime strike capability.
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