Since its introduction to service with the PLAAF, the J-11B has remained the backbone of China’s aerial fleet.

More and more reports surrounding the makeup of China’s ever-expanding aerial arsenal suggest that the J-11 fighter is gradually being replaced with the newer fifth-generation Chengdu J-20 platform.

An curved arrow pointing right. China unveiled its new stealth fighter jet, the Chengdu J-20, showing off its military strength as the nation continues to expand their presence in the aviation market.

In an exclusive interview with Chinese state-run media, the J-20’s chief engineer pledged new capabilities for the aircraft. The J-20 fighter is using an improved variant of the WS-10 engine in ...

The Chinese Chengdu J-10 Vigorous Dragon can fly up to Mach ... and up to 9,900 pounds of external ordinance mounted across 11 hardpoints. While it’s not longer in production, France’s ...

Over 11 months, from July 2023 to May 2024 ... This will almost certainly allow Chengdu to produce greater numbers of the J-20 for the PLAAF. This has implications for the balance of military ...