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11th Air Fleet was a fleet of the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. The 11th Air Fleet was a powerful naval aviation force that played a significant role in several key battles and campaigns in the Pacific War, including the Attack on Pearl Harbor, the Battle of the Coral Sea, and the Battle of Midway. It was formed on 10 April 1941 and was disbanded on 15 December 1944. The 11th Air Fleet was primarily based at Kure and Sasebo.

History

The 11th Air Fleet was established on 10 April 1941, under the Combined Fleet of the IJN, with its headquarters in Kure. The fleet was created to integrate naval air power into the existing naval fleet structure. At its formation, the 11th Air Fleet consisted of several aircraft carriers, including Akagi, Kaga, and Soryu, which would later play a crucial role in the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Organization

The 11th Air Fleet was organized into several air groups, each consisting of multiple squadrons. The fleet's main air groups included the Aichi Kokuki-built D3A and the Mitsubishi-built Zero and Kate. The 11th Air Fleet also included several escort and support units.

Commanding officers

The 11th Air Fleet had several notable commanding officers during its existence. Isoroku Yamamoto, who would later become the Commander-in-Chief of the Combined Fleet, served as the fleet's commander from its formation in April 1941 to April 1942. Other notable commanders included Nobutake Kondo and Takeo Kurita.

Aircraft

The 11th Air Fleet operated a wide range of aircraft during its existence, including carrier-based aircraft such as the Zero, D3A, and B5M Kate, as well as land-based aircraft such as the Ki-61 and G3M. The fleet's aircraft played a significant role in several key battles and campaigns.

Operational history

The 11th Air Fleet played a significant role in several key battles and campaigns during World War II. The fleet's aircraft participated in the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, as well as the Battle of the Coral Sea in May 1942 and the Battle of Midway in June 1942. The fleet was disbanded on 15 December 1944, with its remaining units being absorbed into other fleets.

Category:Imperial Japanese Navy fleets