China’s Shandong Aircraft Carrier Back to Sea after First Scheduled Maintenance
The Chinese Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) Navys Shandong aircraft carrier will soon be deployed for far sea operations, now that it has completed receiving its first scheduled maintenance since it was commissioned. The Shandong's maintenance started in late March, when the carrier set out from its homeport in Sanya, South China's...
Chinese Aerospace Institute Develops Jet Blast Deflector Coating For Aircraft Carrier Fujian
China Aerospace Research Institute of Materials & Processing Technology (ARIMPT) has developed a jet blast deflecor (JBD) coating for Chinas third aircraft carrier Fujian that helps prevent damage to the deck from the intensely host exhaust of jets taking off.China launched its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian with hull number...
China Launches Third Aircraft Carrier, First with Electro-magnetic Catapult System
China launched its third and most modern aircraft carrier, the Fujian, in Shanghai on Friday with delivery scheduled to the PLA Navy in two or three years.The carrier, named after Fujian Province, was completely designed and built by China
China Deploys 2 Types of Drones Aboard Aircraft Carrier Shandong
At least seven drones of two different types were spotted on the Chinese Peoples Liberation Amy (PLA) Navys Shandong aircraft carrier. Chinese analysts say such a combination could enhance the ship's logistics support capability and situational awareness
Japan Tracked PLA Carrier ‘Liaoning’ from Close Range: China
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy has accused Japan of making dangerous close-range tracking and disruptions to its Liaoning aircraft carrier during the latter's recent drills in the West Pacific. Senior Colonel Wu Qian, a spokesperson at China's Ministry of National Defense, said at a regular press conference on Thursday...
China Prepares Three Type 075 Amphibious Assault Ships for Possible Taiwan Assault
Two Chinese Navy Type 075 amphibious assault ships recently sailed together for the first time, even as a third ship of the same type is undergoing sea trials for amphibious landings with the island of Taiwan being a key potential target.After announcing the commissioning of the second Type 075 amphibious assault ship, the Guangxi, in late April, the PLA Navy released a promotional video on Wednesday, introducing the theme song of the ship, "the Battle Song of the Flag Ship
Chinese Liaoning Aircraft Carrier Group Starts Routine, Realistic Combat Training in West...
The Chinese Liberation Army (PLA) Navy announced on Tuesday that the Liaoning aircraft carrier group recently started a routine, realistic combat training mission in the West Pacific. Japans defense ministry said in a statement that eight PLA warships were spotted sailing from the East China Sea through the waters between Okinawa Island and Miyako Island headed toward the Pacific Ocean on Monday
Chinese Aircraft Carrier 'Shadong' Transits Through Taiwan Straits for the First Time
The Chinese Peoples Liberation Armys Shandong aircraft carrier reportedly transited the Taiwan Straits for the first time, after a U.S
China's first Amphibious Assault Ship to Play 'Vital Role' in Taiwan Ops
China's first amphibious assault ship, Type 075, christened the Hainan, has reached initial operating capability, and is expected to play a 'vital role' in operations on the Island of Taiwan, state media reported.After achieving full operating capability in about a year, the ship will embark on a world tour to provide an "outstanding image" of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, the ship's Captain, Lü Yongjun, revealed in a (CCTV) broadcast on Saturday
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European nations looking to procure new air defense systems appear to be giving the much-vaunted American Patriot a miss in...
Russian T-90MS Crew Discuss Future Upgrades
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China's Mass-produced J-35A Aircraft Set to Disrupt Global Stealth Fighter Market
China is aiming to disrupt the global stealth fighter market by mass-producing its fifth-generation J-35A at a pace comparable to...
The Future of Combat: Miniaturized Laser Weapons Set to Replace Bullets and Missiles
Lasers may soon replace bullets, and drones could disable enemy UAVs with beams of light instead of missiles
Four-legged Robots Vs. Military Dogs
Four legged robots that resemble dogs are increasingly being seen in war zones and exercises for functions such as reconnaissance...
Lockheed Martin Faces Billions in F-35 Cuts Under U.S. Policy Shift
Americas policy of controlling F-35 usage, spares, and maintenance—combined with President Donald Trumps threats of trade wars with Europe, halted...