There is my Essex class Oriskany still around. Not the actual real life version, but one that began as part of the 'Coffee War' AU, then was kitbashed - the best one Hood did for his AU including the USN. I am now working on the real-life version, but it is going slow. I also recall seeing a WWII Essex sometime, but I can't recall who was working on it.
Yea that would certainly work, but I'm still having difficulty finding it on the Forums or SB. Could you possibly send me a link? If I were to use it I would most likely lengthen the hull, create a new bridge, and add different armament. I would definately love to see the Midway that someone made but I couldn't find that anywhere either.