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India.com
4 days ago
- Business
- India.com
Big blow to Pakistan as China may not give J-35A stealth fighter jet to Islamabad soon, may deliver the jet first to...
Big blow to Pakistan as China may not give J-35A stealth fighter jet to Islamabad soon, may deliver the net first to.. J-35A Stealth Fighter Jet: Pakistan, China's close ally, may not be the first country to acquire the Dragon's fifth-generation stealth fighter Shenyang J-35A. A report published in Air Forces Monthly, which is a leading military aviation magazine published by Key Publishing Ltd in Stamford and Lincolnshire, rejects earlier reports saying that Pakistan Air Force (PAF) would receive its first batch of 40 J-35A fighter aircraft by August 2025. As per the magazine, another country, whose name has not been disclosed, will be the first recipient of China's fifth-generation fighter jet. Notably, delivery of the J-35A to Pakistan is expected to be delayed until 2026 or later, and it will also take two to three years for completion of the order. Notably, the fifth-generation stealth fighter has entered Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP). J-35A Stealth Fighter Jet The fifth-generation stealth fighter jet is developed by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, which was unveiled in November last year at the Zhuhai Air Show. J-35A is a twin-engine, multi-role fighter jet which is known for its stealth feature. It is the second fifth-generation stealth jet of China after the Chengdu J-20. The J-35A is specifically designed for precision strike mission and loaded with advanced Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars and stealth-optimised airframe. It is also designed to be compatible with long-range missiles like the PL-17. Framed as a more affordable export option compared to US's F-35, the J-35A is designed to strengthen the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) and act as a major export offering for partner nations such as Pakistan. Pakistan's Interest In J-35A Pakistan started showing interest in J-35A in December last year. As per several reports, Islamabad had ordered approx 40 J-35A fighter jets with a defence package including KJ-500 AEW&C aircraft and HQ-19 surface-to-air missile systems. Promoted as a game-changer for the PAF, the deal was anticipated to offer a short-term technological advantage over IAF, which is not expected to field a fifth-gen fighter until its homegrown Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) becomes operational around 2030. Not only that Pak's pilots reportedly started training on the fifth-generation stealth fighter in August 2024 in China. However, the latest report from Air Forces Monthly, citing sources, states that an unnamed country, possibly Egypt, Algeria, or Saudi Arabia, may become the first to acquire the J-35A during its LRIP phase. The report doesn't specify why China holds Pak's order, but suggests that Beijing is prioritising other customers. If the report is true, PAF will start receiving J-35A in 2026, with the full order of 40 jets completed between 2028 or 2029. The identity of the unnamed country could carry a major geopolitical weight. If a Middle Eastern like – Saudi Arabia or Egypt acquires the J-35A fighter aircraft, it may indicate China's ambition to extend its defence reach beyond its traditional partners like Pakistan, reshaping regional power dynamics.
Express Tribune
09-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Chinese defence stocks surge as Pakistan buys J-35 stealth jets
Listen to article Shares of Chinese defence firms jumped Monday after reports of Pakistan's plans to purchase advanced J-35 stealth fighter jets from China, according to a Bloomberg report. AVIC Shenyang Aircraft Co., the J-35's manufacturer, hit its 10% daily limit in Shanghai trading, extending gains for a third straight session. Aerospace Nanhu Electronic Information Technology Co. also saw a surge, rising as much as 15%. The rally followed a formal statement on social media from Pakistan confirming its intent to acquire the jets, after weeks of unofficial reports. Pakistani officials had earlier indicated that pilots were already in China undergoing training ahead of expected deliveries. J-35 fighter jet offers stealth, long-range, and deep-strike capabilities China's J-35A fifth-generation fighter jet, soon to be delivered to Pakistan, features stealth technology, advanced sensors, and deep-strike capabilities that could significantly boost Pakistan's air power, according to defence analyst Brandon J. Weichert. Developed by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, the J-35A is China's second fifth-gen aircraft after the Chengdu J-20. It is equipped with an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, electro-optical targeting systems, and advanced avionics to enhance situational awareness and targeting precision. Designed to evade detection, the aircraft's stealth profile reduces its radar cross-section. It is compatible with long-range PL-15 and PL-17 air-to-air missiles, offering a major advantage in beyond-visual-range combat. Powered by Russian RD-93 or Chinese WS-19 turbofan engines, the J-35A can reach speeds of up to 1,367 mph. Deliveries to Pakistan could begin by August, with pilots already undergoing training in China. The jet is expected to replace Pakistan's aging fleet of F-16s and Mirages. Weichert notes that the J-35A's capabilities will enable Pakistan to better counter Indian air defences and conduct deep-strike missions, potentially shifting the regional aerial balance.
India.com
30-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
China's indigenous fighter jet is giving tough competition to US's F-35, its name is.., top features include..
After the collapse of the USSR(Union of Soviet Socialist Republics), the global power balance has been gradually shifting. Russia is not as influential as it once was and cannot compete with the United States in every area. At the same time, China is growing significantly and is seen as a rising global power. Along with its economic growth, China has also made steady progress in modern military technology. In both these areas, China is now becoming a strong competitor to the United States. The role of air forces plays a significant role in today's warfare. Undoubtedly, the U.S. holds the pole position in this regard. Meanwhile, China is making every possible effort to match the global superpower. Recently, the United States announced the development of a sixth-generation fighter jet. Notably, both the U.S. and China possess fifth-generation fighter jets. While the U.S. Air Force is equipped with the F-22 Raptor, China's Air Force also has the Chengdu J-20 fighter jet. Both of these are fifth-generation aircraft. Surprisingly, the Chengdu J-20 has a unique feature that is also found in the Rafale fighter jet. Referred to as 'Mighty Dragon,' China's Chengdu J-20 fighter jet is the first fifth-generation stealth fighter aircraft. It was developed by the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). According to the news 18 Hindi report, the key roles of the J-20 are to establish air superiority and enhance long-range strike capabilities. Furthermore, the aircraft strengthens China's strategic presence in sensitive regions like the South China Sea and the Taiwan Strait. Going by the media reports, a new tailless stealth jet has recently appeared on social media platforms, seen flying alongside the J-20S. This has led to speculation that China may be working on a sixth-generation fighter jet, although there is no official confirmation yet. Speaking of its Stealth Capabilities, the J-20 is designed to evade radar detection, featuring a low radar cross-section and technologies that reduce its infrared signature. Going by the News18 Hindi report, the J-20 is powered by two Shenyang WS-10C turbofan engines, which enable it to reach a maximum speed of Mach 2 and offer an approximate range of 5,500 kilometers. Speaking of its features, the J-20 features a modern digital glass cockpit, equipped with multi-spectral sensors, a helmet-mounted display, and an electro-optical targeting system (EOTS). These systems provide the pilot with 360-degree situational awareness, enhancing combat effectiveness. The J-20 is armed with a range of advanced weapons, including PL-10, PL-12, PL-15, and PL-21 air-to-air missiles, laser-guided bombs, and anti-radiation missiles, making it capable of engaging various threats in the air, reported News18Hindi. The J-20 is equipped with an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar system, a key feature of fifth-generation fighter jets. Notably, the Rafale fighter jet is also believed to use a similar radar system. The United States had strongly criticized the J-20 Mighty Dragon, claiming that China copied American technology to create a duplicate of the F-22 Raptor. This aircraft is known as the J-20 Mighty Dragon.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How will the latest generation of fighter jets stand out? The answer lies in stealth tech.
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The most advanced fighter jets in the world are known as "fifth generation". They contain technologies developed in the first part of the 21st century. Examples of fifth generation fighter jets include America's F-35 Lightning II and F-22 Raptor, China's Chengdu J-20 and Russia's Sukhoi SU-57. Now, however, nations are moving ahead with the sixth generation of combat jets. In the past few months, China has flown its J36 and J50 prototype jets. Meanwhile, the US has selected Boeing to build a new fighter aircraft called the F-47. As with previous generations, the sixth will incorporate major advances in aircraft design, onboard electronics (avionics) and weapon systems. Related: Boom Supersonic's XB-1 smashes the sound barrier — becoming the 1st civil aircraft to go supersonic in US history But how will the new generation of jets stand out from the previous one? Future combat jets will not see dramatic increases in maximum speed, nor in flight performance. Instead, the true innovations will be in how these systems operate and achieve dominance in aerial combat. Like the fifth generation, the sixth will be dominated by stealth technology. This helps fighter jets to reduce their chances of being detected by infrared and radar sensors, to the point that when their signatures are eventually picked up, the opponent has no time to act. Stealth is achieved through particular shapes of airframe (such as diamond shapes) and coatings on the aircraft — called radar absorbing materials. The airframe is the fundamental structural framework of an aircraft, encompassing the fuselage, wings, tail assembly and landing gear. The diamond-like shapes that already characterise fifth generation jets are likely to remain in the upcoming generation of fighter, but they will evolve. A common feature we're likely to see is the reduction or complete removal of vertical tails at the back of the aircraft and their control surfaces. In current aircraft, these tails provide directional stability and control in flight, allowing the aircraft to maintain its course and maneuver. However, sixth generation jets could achieve this control with the help of thrust vectoring — the ability to manipulate the direction of engines and therefore the direction of thrust (the force that moves the jet through the air). The role of vertical tails could also be partially replaced by devices called fluidic actuators. These apply forces to the the wing by blowing high speed and high pressure air on different parts of it. The removal of the vertical tails would contribute to the fighter's stealth. The new generation of fighters is also likely to see the use of novel radar absorbing materials with advanced capabilities. We'll see the introduction of what are known as adaptive cycle engines on sixth generation fighters. These engines will feature what's known as a three stream design, which refers to the airstreams blowing through the engine. Current jets have two airstreams: one that passes through the core of the engine, and another that bypasses the core. The development of a third stream provides an extra source of air flow to increase the engine's fuel efficiency and performance. This will allow both the capability to cruise efficiently at supersonic speed and deliver a high thrust during combat. It is likely that China and the US will build two separate fighters with different airframes. One will have a bigger airframe, designed for use in an area like the Pacific Ocean region. Here, the ability to fly further and carry a heavier payload will be key, because of the distances involved. Airframes designed for this region will therefore be larger. Another fighter jet carrying a smaller airframe will be designed for use in areas such as Europe where agility and maneuverability will be more important. The next wave of jets will have a system in the cockpit that gathers lots of information from other aircraft, ground surveillance stations and satellites. It would then integrate this data to give an enhanced situational awareness to the pilot. This system would also able to actively jam enemy sensors. Another key feature will be the deployment of unmanned combat aerial vehicles (Ucavs), a form of drone aircraft. The piloted fighter jet would be able to control a variety of Ucavs, ranging from loyal wingmen to cheaper, unpiloted fighter jets that will assist the mission, including protecting the piloted fighter. This will all be the responsibility of something called the advanced digital cockpit, a software-driven system that will use virtual reality and allow the pilot to effectively become a battle manager. Artificial intelligence (AI) will be a key feature of the support systems for the drones. This will allow them to be controlled with complete autonomy. The pilot will assign the main task — such as, "attack that enemy jet in that sector" — and the system will carry out the mission without any further input. Another advancement will be the weapon systems, with the adoption of missiles that not only will be capable of traveling at hypersonic speeds, but will also incorporate stealth features. This will further reduce the reaction times of enemy forces. Directed energy weapons systems, such as laser weapons, could potentially appear in later stages, as this technology is under study. Under America's sixth generation fighter program, the US Navy is working on a separate jet called the F/A-XX, complementing the F-47. The UK, Italy and Japan are also working on a jet project known as the global combat air program (GCAP). This will replace the Eurofighter Typhoon in service with the UK and Italy and the Mitsubishi F-2 in service with Japan. Germany, Spain and France are working on a fighter program called the future combat air system (FCAS). This could supersede Germany and Spain's Typhoons and France's Rafale. RELATED STORIES —Passenger plane with entirely new 'blended wing' shape aims to hit the skies by 2030 —NASA captures stunning new image of shock waves from next-gen supersonic plane as it flies across the sun —Largest ever fully electric concept plane could take to the skies by 2033 The path for sixth generation fighter jets seems to have already been traced, but uncertainties remain. The feasibility of some of the characteristics described and development times and costs are not yet well defined. This interval of time was more than ten years for fifth generation fighter jets — and the sixth is going to be far more complex in terms of requirements and capability. A new generation of fighter jet is expected to remain on active duty for something like 30 years. But warfare across the world evolves rapidly. It is unclear whether the design requirements we are fixing today remain relevant over the coming years. This edited article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.
The Independent
01-04-2025
- The Independent
A new wave of stealth fighter jets is set to transform aerial combat
The most advanced fighter jets in the world are known as 'fifth generation'. They contain technologies developed in the first part of the 21st century. Examples of fifth generation fighter jets include America's F-35 Lightning II and F-22 Raptor, China 's Chengdu J-20 and Russia 's Sukhoi SU-57. Now, however, nations are moving ahead with the sixth generation of combat jets. In the past few months, China has flown its J36 and J50 prototype jets. Meanwhile, the US has selected Boeing to build a new fighter aircraft called the F-47. As with previous generations, the sixth will incorporate major advances in aircraft design, onboard electronics (avionics) and weapon systems. But how will the new generation of jets stand out from the previous one? Future combat jets will not see dramatic increases in maximum speed, nor in flight performance. Instead, the true innovations will be in how these systems operate and achieve dominance in aerial combat. Like the fifth generation, the sixth will be dominated by stealth technology. This helps fighters jets to reduce their chances of being detected by infrared and radar sensors, to the point that when their signatures are eventually picked up, the opponent has no time to act. Stealth is achieved through particular shapes of airframe (such as diamond shapes) and coatings on the aircraft – called radar absorbing materials. The airframe is the fundamental structural framework of an aircraft, encompassing the fuselage, wings, tail assembly and landing gear. The diamond-like shapes that already characterise fifth generation jets are likely to remain in the upcoming generation of fighter, but they will evolve. A common feature we're likely to see is the reduction or complete removal of vertical tails at the back of the aircraft and their control surfaces. In current aircraft, these tails provide directional stability and control in flight, allowing the aircraft to maintain its course and manoeuvre. However, sixth generation jets could achieve this control with the help of thrust vectoring – the ability to manipulate the direction of engines and therefore the direction of thrust (the force that moves the jet through the air). The role of vertical tails could also be partially replaced by devices called fluidic actuators. These apply forces to the the wing by blowing high speed and high pressure air on different parts of it. The removal of the vertical tails would contribute to the fighter's stealth. The new generation of fighters is also likely to see the use of novel radar absorbing materials with advanced capabilities. We'll see the introduction of what are known as adaptive cycle engines on sixth generation fighters. These engines will feature what's known as a three stream design, which refers to the airstreams blowing through the engine. Current jets have two airstreams: one that passes through the core of the engine, and another that bypasses the core. The development of a third stream provides an extra source of air flow to increase the engine's fuel efficiency and performance. This will allow both the capability to cruise efficiently at supersonic speed and deliver a high thrust during combat. It is likely that China and the US will build two separate fighters with different airframes. One will have a bigger airframe, designed for use in an area like the Pacific Ocean region. Here, the ability to fly further and carry a heavier payload will be key, because of the distances involved. Airframes designed for this region will therefore be larger. Another fighter jet carrying a smaller airframe will be designed for use in areas such as Europe where agility and manoeuvrability will be more important. The next wave of jets will have a system in the cockpit that gathers lots of information from other aircraft, ground surveillance stations and satellites. It would then integrate this data to give an enhanced situational awareness to the pilot. This system would also able to actively jam enemy sensors. Another key feature will be the deployment of unmanned combat aerial vehicles (Ucavs), a form of drone aircraft. The piloted fighter jet would be able to control a variety of Ucavs, ranging from loyal wingmen to cheaper, unpiloted fighter jets that will assist the mission, including protecting the piloted fighter. This will all be the responsibility of something called the advanced digital cockpit, a software-driven system that will use virtual reality and allow the pilot to effectively become a battle manager. Artificial intelligence (AI) will be a key feature of the support systems for the drones. This will allow them to be controlled with complete autonomy. The pilot will assign the main task – such as, 'attack that enemy jet in that sector' – and the system will carry out the mission without any further input. Another advancement will be the weapon systems, with the adoption of missiles that not only will be capable of travelling at hypersonic speeds, but will also incorporate stealth features. This will further reduce the reaction times of enemy forces. Directed energy weapons systems, such as laser weapons, could potentially appear in later stages, as this technology is under study. Under America's sixth generation fighter programme, the US Navy is working on a separate jet called the F/A-XX, complementing the F-47. The UK, Italy and Japan are also working on a jet project known as the global combat air programme (GCAP). This will replace the Eurofighter Typhoon in service with the UK and Italy and the Mitsubishi F-2 in service with Japan. Germany, Spain and France are working on a fighter programme called the future combat air system (FCAS). This could supersede Germany and Spain's Typhoons and France's Rafale. The path for sixth generation fighter jets seems to have already been traced, but uncertainties remain. The feasibility of some of the characteristics described and development times and costs are not yet well defined. This interval of time was more than ten years for fifth generation fighter jets – and the sixth is going to be far more complex in terms of requirements and capability. A new generation of fighter jet is expected to remain on active duty for something like 30 years. But warfare across the world evolves rapidly. It is unclear whether the design requirements we are fixing today remain relevant over the coming years.
