The exact composition of the embarked squadrons depended upon the mission. Some squadrons were composite squadrons for convoy defence and would be equipped with anti-submarine and fighter aircraft, while other squadrons working in a strike carrier role would only be equipped with fighter aircraft.
The exact composition of the embarked squadrons varied according to the mission. Some squadrons were mixed formations intended for convoy defense and equipped with anti-submarine and fighter planes, while other squadrons designed for strike roles had only fighter aircraft.