Tag: People’s Liberation Army Navy

Pakistan Navy to Receive Chinese Submarines Next Year

The first batch of Hangor-class submarines under a China-Pakistan cooperation project is expected to enter operational service with the Pakistan Navy in 2026, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, chief of the Naval Staff of the Pakistan Navy. The Pakistani naval chief emphasized that the China-Pakistan cooperation project for these advanced submarines is progressing smoothly, representing a cornerstone […]

China’s New Combat Jet Makes First Test Flight

China has conducted the maiden flight of a new jet trainer aircraft, as recently published images circulating on Chinese social media platforms have revealed. This significant development in China’s new combat jet program marks an important milestone in the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s expanding aviation capabilities and modernization efforts. The prototype of this China’s new […]

China’s Advanced Cruise Missiles: A New Era of Military Technology

China’s military parade showcased groundbreaking cruise missiles technology as the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, Air Force, and Rocket Force presented their most sophisticated weapons systems. The debut of these advanced cruise missiles represents a significant leap in China’s defense capabilities, demonstrating precision strike technology that can operate across multiple domains with unprecedented accuracy […]

The KJ-600 Made Its Debut at the September Military Parade

The September military parade marked a historic moment in Chinese naval aviation with the debut appearance of the KJ-600 carrier-based early warning aircraft. This milestone represents China’s entry into the elite circle of nations capable of operating sophisticated fixed-wing early warning aircraft from aircraft carriers, fundamentally transforming the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s power projection capabilities. […]

J-15T Equipped With Advanced PL-15 Air-To-Air Missiles

Chinese social media platforms have sparked global interest in the J-15T, a carrier-based fighter jet reportedly equipped with advanced PL-15 air-to-air missiles. This development signals a significant step in China’s ongoing effort to modernize its naval aviation capabilities. As the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) expands its presence in strategic waters like the South China […]

China’s Upgraded Type 052D Destroyer Begins Training

China’s naval capabilities continue to evolve with the introduction of an upgraded Type 052D destroyer featuring cutting-edge radar technology. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy recently showcased this enhanced warship during comprehensive training exercises, demonstrating significant improvements in detection and tracking capabilities. New Radar Boosts Destroyer Power The modified Type 052D destroyer, identified as the […]

Chinese Navy J-15 Crashes During Training

Social media platforms, particularly X, have been circulating reports of a Chinese Navy J-15 fighter jet crash that allegedly occurred during a training exercise at approximately 1:30 p.m. local time on March 15, 2025. According to these unverified posts, the incident took place in an open area near Jialai Town, Lingao County, in Hainan Province, […]

China Liaoning and Shandong in First Dual-Carrier Drills

The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) marked a significant milestone in October 2024 by conducting its first ever dual carrier formation exercises in the South China Sea, featuring both the Liaoning and Shandong aircraft carriers. This historic deployment showcases China’s growing naval capabilities and its advancement in carrier operations. “China Liaoning and Shandong in First […]

New Warplanes Set to Debut at Airshow China

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force has announced that it will showcase some of its most advanced warplanes at the upcoming 15th Airshow China in Zhuhai. This event, scheduled for November 12-17, is set to become a platform for China to demonstrate its latest achievements in military aviation technology and capabilities. New Aircraft […]

China is developing systems to hunt US submarines from the air

China is developing systems to hunt US submarines from the air that could threaten its ability to project power, particularly in a potential invasion of Taiwan. The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) views robust anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities as essential for safeguarding high value assets like aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships during maritime operations. […]