Sea planes making a comeback!
One major thing to really consider as military aviators, whether naval or airforce, is landing locations. When we discuss the pacific there is a major gap in locations versus the sheer size of the ocean. In the early days of military aviation sea planes were more relevant however there has been a slight gap needing filled. Here’s a look at how China is trying to fill their own gap and even adding hardpoints for potential weapons.
https://www.twz.com/air/chinas-bohai-sea-monster-reappears-with-apparent-weapons-hardpoints
I have flown with a guy at my current job who is a Sea-Plane DPE if anyone is interested in getting a sea-plane rating!