Chinese 6th Generation Aircraft News & Discussions

[Beijingwalker]

Insights from the Latest J 50 Image​

Apr 16, 2025

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The J-50. Since its maiden flight in December 2024 and three to four test flights in 2025, this prototype is set to redefine aerial warfare.

We examine high-resolution imagery of the J-50 in a vertical climb, spotlighting its rectangular two-dimensional thrust vectoring nozzles, flush-mounted electro-optical targeting system (EOTS), and tailless delta airframe optimized for minimal radar cross-section.

We explore how the J-50’s design departs from the J-20, highlighting innovations such as WS-series engines, AI-assisted cockpits, and integrated sensor fusion for situational awareness.

Internal weapons bays and stealth-first features support roles from air superiority and deep strike to electronic warfare and unmanned operations.Drawing on expert assessments and open-source intelligence, we provide a detailed overview of the J-50’s development timeline, testing status, and impact on the regional power balance. We compare it with fighters like the F-35 on stealth and maneuverability.

Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, defense analyst, or military tech professional, this video delivers research-based insights into China’s evolving stealth strategy.

 

[SABRE]

Kingon warbird vibes right there.

Do you mean Klingon warbirds?

 

[AZADPAKISTAN2009]

Nice Machine did not anticipate era of 6th Generation is already here

 

[PakAl]

Yes, it's time to recognize that China is a superpower.

China will be super power when they reach on par with the USA on military, economy and alliance level. China military and economy is getting close but not the alliance/friendship. Usa rules the world with support from EU Nato Quad GCC aswell as many other smaller nations. China needs to work more on BRICs and SCO, kickout the trouble makers, make SCO in to military defence alliance, BRICS in to EU level.

 

[Michael]

The SAC new toys flew again today.

 

[iblini]

The SAC new toys flew again today.
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Holy moly!! The clearest image so far, what a beauty!

 

[Michael]

Holy moly!! The clearest image so far, what a beauty!

In terms of appearance, I think SAC's new toys are better looking than CAC's new toys.................

 

[iblini]

In terms of appearance, I think SAC's new toys are better looking than CAC's new toys.................

I love both, but I can understand people favouring SAC over CAC, because it resemble more of an fighter jet, the sleek line.
J36 is more of a beast type.

 

[iblini]

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[Deino]

Some more footage …

 

[Ak01]

Some more footage …


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you can make out the intakes and their size!

 

[Ak01]

Some more footage …


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really makes me wonder what happens to the IWB

 

[iblini]

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really makes me wonder what happens to the IWB

I'll say it's similar or bigger than J20, but because of the larger wing size, the belly is visually smaller.

 

[Ak01]

I'll say it's similar or bigger than J20, but because of the larger wing size, the belly is visually smaller.

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the intakes however are quite kaan like, but kaan has them spaced apart quite far, not the same here

 

[Sultan Baybars]

I'll say it's similar or bigger than J20, but because of the larger wing size, the belly is visually smaller.

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That looks like a very nice jet. Great work.