iblini
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KJ-600, J15T, J35 have all been tested on the ship, confirmed by yankeesama, yes, he is very reliable.
Chinese Aircraft Carriers - Liaoning, Shandong, Fujian and the future
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RajaBaja
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Thank you! If you or anyone get a video, please share here and do tag me
iblini
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We are all going to get the video or pic at the same time, people will share it on Twitter once released.
Hendarto
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In a first, China’s Fujian carrier launches jet using catapult
China Central TV recently aired a segment showcasing the Fujian's catapult take-off trials. A major milestone for the aircraft carrier.
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China launches first jet using catapult from its most advanced aircraft carrier
If true, this footage could indicate that the Fujian is also ready for full operational status.
China’s state broadcaster, China Central TV (CCTV), has reportedly aired a segment that appears to show catapult take-off trials onboard its in-development aircraft carrier, the Fujian.Aired as part of a celebration of the 98th anniversary of the PLA (People’s Liberation Army), and if the claims are true, this would be a massive milestone for the ship.
Shared clips of the segment don’t show any footage of the actual launches, but voice clips from the control room suggest actual takeoffs.
“Parameters checked, position two cleared for take-off,” one of the command crew is heard saying in the clip.
Then came the final command, “All set, conditions normal … take-off!” This is followed by a roar from the launch that was met with cheers from crew members and researchers on board the vessel.
Takeoff!
Footage also included what appears to be cheering and emotional reactions from the crew. Researchers on board the ship also said things like: “17 years! That’s enough time for a child to grow up!” referring to how long China has been working on this tech.The caption to the clip later said: “Every successful simulation was preparation for this actual take-off.” Most poignant is footage of what appears to be a shadow of a fighter jet (the J-15T) that was seen on deck at the end, implying it did get airborne.
According to the footage, a senior commander onboard suggested that the Fujian was exploring take-offs with more carrier-based models. This will likely include those successfully deployed on China’s two other aircraft carriers.
“The Fujian is now entering its final preparatory stage [after completing its eighth sea trial in May],” said Senior Captain Tian Wei, head of naval aviation aboard the Fujian.
“Our current challenge is to add to its [capacity for] seamless transition from ski-jump to catapult take-off, optimising and shortening this time to rapidly achieve combat capability upon commissioning,” he adds.
If you are unaware, the Fujian is China’s third and most advanced aircraft carrier, and the first one to feature a catapult launch system, like those used by U.S. Navy carriers.
China almost on par with the US?
Specifically, it uses an electromagnetic catapult (EMALS), which is the same type that the U.S. uses on its latest carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford. China’s previous carriers (Liaoning and Shandong) use ski-jump ramps to launch planes.While effective, these limit the weight of aircraft at take-off (e.g., they can’t carry as many weapons or fuel). The new EMALS system, however, enables aircraft with larger payloads to launch from the ship’s deck.
It also opens the door to launch heavier, more advanced aircraft, like electronic warfare or early-warning planes. It is believed that China ultimately hopes to operate stealth fighters (like the under-development J-35) from the aircraft carriers.
Looking at the bigger picture, the successful catapult test suggests China is close to having a carrier at par with U.S. capabilities. Specifically, it could mean that they are almost ready to match the U.S. in terms of sustained flight operations, force projection, and advanced air-wing composition.
ChineseTiger1986
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The mockup island structure of the Type 004.
Muji.Iqbal
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Perhaps China can build an aircraft carrier for Pakistan, Insh'Allah.
Hendarto
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Unrealistic expectation! Why should China bankroll wasteful spending that doesn't contribute to the well-being of the majority of Pakistanis, other than for vainglory? Money doesn't grow on trees
Muji.Iqbal
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China can build an aircraft carrier for Pakistan, if Pakistan pays of at least 75% of it.
Who are you to tell us what we Pakistanis should or should not do.
Hendarto
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Pakistan has trouble finding money for CPEC, let alone a vast sum for AC
