Tag: PLA Air Force

China Successfully Conducts First Test Flight of Y-30 Aircraft

China’s new medium airlifter has flown for the first time, with the turboprop-powered Y-30 conducting its maiden flight at Xi’an Aircraft Corporation’s airfield. As China’s new medium airlifter has flown for the first time, low-quality images circulating online show an aircraft matching previous AVIC models of a “New Medium Transport,” suggesting the type has entered […]

PLA Unveils GJ-11 Stealth Drone Flying with J-20, J-16D

The PLA Air Force shows GJ-11 stealth drone operating alongside manned fighter jets in groundbreaking footage released Tuesday to commemorate the service’s 76th founding anniversary. The PLA Air Force shows GJ-11 stealth drone formation includes China’s J-20 stealth fighter and J-16D electronic warfare aircraft, demonstrating unprecedented manned-unmanned teaming capabilities that military experts describe as a […]

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 Commissions 300th J-20 Fighter Jet in New Brigade

China has achieved a significant milestone in its military aviation capabilities with the identification of the 300th J-20 fighter jet, which has been assigned to the 19th Aviation Brigade of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force Central Command. This landmark achievement demonstrates China’s rapidly advancing aerospace manufacturing capabilities and highlights the accelerated pace of J-20 […]

The H-6N, H-6K and H-6J Made Their Appearance at the V-Day Parade

China’s Victory Day parade showcased the impressive H-6N, H-6K, and H-6J bombers in a spectacular display of military aviation prowess. These three strategic bomber variants represent China’s evolving air-based long-range strike capabilities and marked a significant moment in the parade’s aerial demonstrations. V-Day Parade Bomber Formation Review During the Victory Day celebrations, a dedicated bomber […]

PLA Navy Confirms J-35 Stealth Fighter Deployment

PLA Navy confirms J-35 stealth fighter deployment as the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has formally announced that the J-35 stealth fighter is now carrier-based and will be inducted into the fleet. This development marks a revolutionary step toward building a formidable Chinese naval aviation force. PLA Navy confirms J-35 stealth fighter deployment highlights […]

PLA Calls J-16D ‘Irreplaceable’ In EW Warfare

China’s military aviation capabilities have reached a significant milestone with the development of the J-16D electronic warfare aircraft, which top Chinese designers now consider “irreplaceable” within the People’s Liberation Army Air Force arsenal. This advanced platform represents a crucial evolution in modern electronic warfare technology, demonstrating China’s growing expertise in sophisticated military aviation systems and […]

Pakistan To Start Inducting J-35A Fighters

According to Jane’s Defense News, Pakistan is poised to significantly enhance its air power capabilities through the upcoming acquisition of China’s cutting-edge J-35 stealth fighter aircraft. This development positions the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) as one of the first international military forces to operate China’s latest fifth-generation combat aircraft. FC-31 Gyrfalcon Stealth Fighters Senior Pakistani […]

PL-21: China’s Deadliest AAM May Soon Arm Pakistan’s J-35A

Recent imagery allegedly showing China’s J-20 stealth fighter armed with two PL-21 ultra-long-range air-to-air missiles has captured international defense analysts’ attention, suggesting advanced development of this highly classified weapon system. While the photographs remain unverified and lack official authentication, experts believe they provide significant evidence that the People’s Liberation Army Air Force is conducting sophisticated […]

China’s J-10 Jet Disrupts Global Defense Market: Expert

The J-10CE fighter jet has emerged as the centerpiece attraction at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2025) in Malaysia, drawing significant attention from international visitors and military analysts following its recent combat debut. The export variant of China’s J-10C fighter represents a major milestone in Chinese aviation technology, demonstrating capabilities that challenge […]