Russia is considering scrapping its only aircraft carrier, the Admiral Kuznetsov, after years of stalled repairs, costly modernization efforts, and multiple accidents. The vessel, which was launched in 1985, has been undergoing overhaul since 2017 but has not sailed since then. Repair work has been suspended due to funding shortages, industrial challenges, and personnel deficits. The Russian Ministry of Defense and shipbuilding authorities are reportedly weighing the decision to decommission the carrier, which has become a symbol of Moscow's naval ambitions but has suffered from operational failures and incidents, including a deadly fire. Repair costs have reportedly reached $257 million, and the carrier's future remains uncertain amid these ongoing difficulties. The potential scrapping marks a significant loss for the Russian Navy's air power projection capabilities, especially following the loss of additional capacity after France withheld delivery of Mistral-class helicopter carriers.