Developments related to Turkey's first amphibious assault ship TCG Anadolu is followed not only by Turkish public but also by the international media. There are defence related publications questioning reasons behind Turkey's ownership of such a ship. Aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships, which have recently increased in number and variety, are in the focus of defense circles, especially after F-35b aircrafts succesfully completed vertical landing and take-off tests performed on flight-deck vessels. Numerous defense experts have been involved in the discussion on "whether aircraft carrier or LDA/LHA/LHD?" This analysis will summarize the current situation of these two types of ships in the world while analysing the discussions on it...