J-36: Assessing China’s New Generation Combat Aircraft

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https://thediplomat.com/2024/12/j-36-assessing-chinas-new-generation-combat-aircraft/

The J-36, which made its maiden flight in Chengdu on December 26, 2024, is China's new stealthy combat aircraft featuring a three-engine flying wing design. While some debate its role, credible sources indicate it's primarily an air superiority platform emphasizing long range, enhanced stealth, and advanced networking capabilities for commanding unmanned systems. The aircraft represents an evolution in aerial warfare design, focusing on beyond-visual-range combat rather than traditional fighter characteristics, though many technical details remain unknown.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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