China Develops the KJ-3000 to Target Long-Range American Aircraft
China is developing the KJ-3000, an airborne early warning and control aircraft capable of coordinating its long-range air forces. A new threat to the United […]
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China’s WZ-7 Expands Surveillance from Scarborough to Taiwan
The WZ-7 appears near Scarborough while Beijing multiplies sorties around Taiwan. Analysis of a Chinese surveillance and combat network. In Summary The deployment of the […]
F-35 Parts Fall into Chinese Hands in Hong Kong
A canopy and weapons bay door from an F-35 were misrouted to Hong Kong. Washington is investigating potential risks to American stealth technology. In Summary […]
A Chinese YY-20 Refuels a Rafale: Why It Matters
A Chinese YY-20A refueled an Egyptian Rafale in mid-air. A technical feat that highlights Beijing’s growing expeditionary air power. In brief An official photograph published […]
J-36: Is China Pulling Ahead of the U.S. in the 6th Generation?
The Chinese J-36 is already flying, with multiple prototypes emerging. Facing the American F-47, it reveals a new battle for air superiority. Executive Summary The […]
Chinese J-35 Intrigues with Its Strange Mirror Coating
Photos show a Chinese J-35 with a silver surface. Stealth coating, infrared reduction, or a simple light effect: what we know. In Summary Since mid-August […]
China: The PLAAF Links Drones, AI, and Missiles into a Strike Network
China is combining the GJ-3A, WZ-10, WZ-7, and AI planning to shorten its kill chain, facing one major hurdle: surviving electronic jamming. Executive Summary China […]
Chinese H-6N Appears Carrying JL-1 Under J-20 Escort
Beijing showcases an H-6N carrying the JL-1 under J-20 escort, a sequence shedding light on the new air-based leg of its deterrent. In summary In […]
China Unveils Three Drones for Joint Intelligence
With the GJ-3A, WZ-10, and WZ-7, the PLAAF aims to bridge tactical reconnaissance, strategic intelligence, and joint strikes. Executive Summary The joint presentation of the […]
Why Beijing Is Concentrating Its J-20s Along the Indian Border
Satellites show at least eleven J-20s at Hotan and Damxung. Their presence reveals China’s new aerial strategy vis-à-vis India. In Summary Commercial images taken on […]