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China has released videos showcasing its new Fujian aircraft carrier launching aircraft with advanced electromagnetic catapult systems, including a new stealth fighter, demonstrating significant technological progress in its naval capabilities comparable to the US Navy, though operational experience still lags behind.
China's J-35 stealth fighter, developed by AVIC's Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, will be deployed on aircraft carriers alongside the J-15 to enhance joint operations. The J-35, showcased at the Zhuhai air show, is China's second fifth-generation fighter and features advanced stealth technology and avionics, capable of carrying various weapons.
China has unveiled its new fifth-generation stealth fighter, the J-35A, at the China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, showcasing its advanced stealth and networking capabilities. The J-35A is seen as China's answer to the US F-35, with similar design features but distinct operational roles. This development highlights China's ongoing efforts to modernize its military and challenge US air superiority, amid rising tensions over potential conflicts, particularly concerning Taiwan.
China unveiled its new J-35A stealth fighter jet at the Zhuhai air show, highlighting its ambitions to rival U.S. military capabilities. The J-35A, a fifth-generation fighter, is designed for radar evasion and supersonic attacks. This development underscores China's significant investment in advanced military technology and its strategic partnerships, notably with Russia.
China has unveiled its new J-35 stealth fighter jet at the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition, marking a significant step in its military modernization efforts to compete with the US for air superiority. The J-35, developed by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, is designed to rival the US F-35 series, although analysts suggest China is still 10-15 years behind the US in terms of overall military capability. The J-35's introduction highlights China's growing air power and its potential impact on regional dynamics, particularly around Taiwan.
China has officially unveiled its J-35A stealth fighter, a land-based variant of the J-35, at the Zhuhai Air Show. The J-35A, developed by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, is being marketed as a cost-effective alternative to the F-35 and is set to be inducted into the PLA Air Force. The aircraft features advanced systems like the EOTS-86 and is designed for both PLAAF and PLAN use, with export prospects including Pakistan. The Zhuhai Air Show serves as a key marketing platform for the J-35A, highlighting its potential in the global defense market.
China's People’s Liberation Army Air Force has unveiled its second stealth fighter jet, the J-35A, ahead of its debut at Airshow China 2024. The J-35A, a medium-sized fighter with stealth capabilities, is seen as a significant advancement in China's military aviation, potentially rivaling the US F-35. The aircraft is designed for both land and carrier operations, with the carrier-based version already tested on China's Liaoning aircraft carrier. This development marks China's growing capabilities in stealth technology and multi-role combat aircraft.
The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) partners of Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom have signed a new treaty, with the UK selected to host the partnership's headquarters. The program aims to launch its development phase in 2025 and start deliveries in 2035. The leadership of the program will rotate between the partner countries, and industries from all three countries will collaborate on the aircraft's design and production. The GCAP partnership could potentially expand to include Saudi Arabia, although the Japanese government reportedly opposes their bid. GCAP is one of several sixth-gen fighter aircraft programs in the West, with the Future Combat Aircraft System (FCAS) in Europe and the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program in the United States also in development.
Questions are being raised after an F-35 stealth fighter jet went missing for over 24 hours before its wreckage was found in rural South Carolina. Military investigators are trying to determine why the pilot ejected and why the jet continued flying undetected. The incident has sparked concerns about the tracking capabilities of the advanced warplane. The pilot, who parachuted to safety, was released from the hospital with no reported injuries. The cause of the ejection and the loss of communication are still under investigation, and all Marine Corps aircraft have been grounded for safety discussions. A full investigation is expected to take several months.
There are indications that a Chinese J-20 stealth fighter has flown with two new WS-15 jet engines, a significant milestone in the development of the J-20 design. Pictures and videos circulating on social media suggest that the test flight took place at Chengdu's main test airfield. The WS-15 engines, which have been in development since the 1990s, are expected to provide a significant boost in performance to the J-20. If confirmed, this would make the J-20 more powerful than the U.S. F-22 Raptor and F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
The US Air Force has released a classified contract solicitation for the engineering and manufacturing phase of the development of a new stealth six-generation crewed tactical jet as part of the Next Generation Air Dominance modernization initiative. The NGAD combat jet is expected to be a direct successor to the F-22 Raptor stealth fighter, but serve in a much more expansive role than its predecessor. The competition to win this contract will be immensely heated as it could very well be the last advanced manned tactical fighter-like aircraft built for the United States Air Force.
Northrop Grumman has released a new advertisement featuring what appears to be its notional Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) crewed platform concept, which is assumed to be a large, stealthy, and long-range tactical jet with no vertical tails and top-mounted low-observable air intakes. The design features a B-2-like 'beak' nose and a single pilot cockpit. The NGAD program includes the development and production of potentially thousands of Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCAs), new weapons, sensors, networking and battle management capabilities, lasers, advanced jet engines, and more. The Air Force and Navy also have parallel initiatives in developing their own NGAD programs, inclusive of the above components.