Chinese LHD / LAH Carriers - Type 075 & 076 and the future

[NGAD IS THE BEST]

I asked if there is any new VTOL platform under development which can be used on these type 75/76 (basically to replicate the USN concept of small carriers carrying VTOL F-35). I did not claimed J-35 is for these ships. I asked. There is a difference.

here your post # 308 on this page you clearly asking to any respected Chinese members that could these carriers would accommodate J-35

So it means these carriers will be able to accommodate J-35 in near future ?

And as for your Information USN don't have any VTOL or F-35B but US Marine corps is only using VTOL F-35, which is entirely sperate branch and not related to USN and USN is only uses F-35C not VTOL F-35 or F-35B

 

[Deino]

here your post # 308 on this page you clearly asking to any respected Chinese members that could these carriers would accommodate J-35
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IMO technically speaking maybe possible, but operationally I don't expect it.

You only need to check the markings on deck, where the "go" position is; on the Fujian you can clearly see three different lines for each the J-15T, J-35 and KJ-600 and those on the Sichuan are much narrower.

 

[RealNapster]

here your post # 308 on this page you clearly asking to any respected Chinese members that could these carriers would accommodate J-35

After @Beijingwalker told me you dont need a VTOL for Type 076 you idiot. Even then I ASKED.

I dont want to waste any more time on you.

 

[RealNapster]

And as for your Information USN don't have any VTOL or F-35B but US Marine corps is only using VTOL F-35, which is entirely sperate branch and not related to USN and USN is only uses F-35C not VTOL F-35 or F-35B

I am sorry for not knowing this major distinction. Because it is one thing to be attacked by USN while it is completely another to be attacked by US Marine corps. Because both forces serves separate GODS.

 

[Musings]

Guys stop the insults please

 

[Beijingwalker]

China Reveals a Major Breakthrough on the Type 076



Aug 9, 2026
“China’s Type 076 Just Passed a Major Catapult Test!”China has released new footage of the Type 076 amphibious assault ship Sichuan testing its electromagnetic catapult with a heavy dead load. The footage also shows the ship launching onboard countermeasures, offering a closer look at its ongoing sea trials and advanced systems.
In this episode, we examine what the Type 076 electromagnetic catapult test actually confirms, why the system could support large fixed-wing drones and crewed aircraft, and what still needs to happen before the Sichuan becomes fully operational. We also explore its full-length flight deck, twin-island design, arresting technology, and displacement of more than 40,000 tons.
Could the Type 076 become a drone-focused aviation platform, an amphibious assault ship, or a flexible combination of both? Watch the full video for a clear and neutral breakdown of China’s newest naval aviation development.

 

[Aziqbal]

China Reveals a Major Breakthrough on the Type 076



Aug 9, 2026
“China’s Type 076 Just Passed a Major Catapult Test!”China has released new footage of the Type 076 amphibious assault ship Sichuan testing its electromagnetic catapult with a heavy dead load. The footage also shows the ship launching onboard countermeasures, offering a closer look at its ongoing sea trials and advanced systems.
In this episode, we examine what the Type 076 electromagnetic catapult test actually confirms, why the system could support large fixed-wing drones and crewed aircraft, and what still needs to happen before the Sichuan becomes fully operational. We also explore its full-length flight deck, twin-island design, arresting technology, and displacement of more than 40,000 tons.
Could the Type 076 become a drone-focused aviation platform, an amphibious assault ship, or a flexible combination of both? Watch the full video for a clear and neutral breakdown of China’s newest naval aviation development.

Type 076 LHAS with EMALS GJ-21 would be a big game changer

 

[Beijingwalker]

China tests GJ-21 stealth drone as Sichuan Type 076 warship carries out sea trials​

Social media clips show naval combat drone over Liaoning province while Beijing’s catapult-equipped drone carrier prepares for deployment​

Albee Zhangin Shanghai
Published: 12:00pm, 29 Aug 2026

China’s GJ-21 large stealth attack drone has been spotted on flight tests this month, as the country’s first Type 076 amphibious assault ship – the vessel that will launch the drone – enters its final sea trials.

The GJ-21, the naval variant of the GJ-11 stealth attack drone, first appeared at China’s Victory Day parade in September last year and has made rare public appearances since then.

Computer-generated footage aired by state broadcaster CCTV in July showed how it would be launched from the Type 076 Sichuan – China’s most advanced amphibious assault ship and the world’s first drone carrier.

A Chinese social media post on Thursday showed the GJ-21 flying over a highway service area in the northeastern Chinese city of Huludao in Liaoning province.

Another post dated August 19 had shown the GJ-21 flying over the same service centre, although from a different direction.

The two videos, which the South China Morning Post has geolocated, appear to be flight tests of the GJ-21. However, it is not clear when they took place.

The drone was also spotted in a third video posted online on Thursday that showed the GJ-21 flying at a different angle from the first video.

China tests GJ-21 stealth drone as Sichuan Type 076 enters final sea trials

Social media clips show naval combat drone over Liaoning province while Beijing’s catapult-equipped drone carrier prepares for deployment.

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