IDEX 2017: China showcases new-generation frigate and S26 submarine
CSSC showcased a next-generation trimaran-hull frigate and the S26 air-independent propulsion (AIP)-powered submarine at IDEX 2017
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China unveils small precision-guided missile – AR-2
The China Academy of Aerospace Aerodynamics recently revealed the AR-2 small precision-guided air-to-ground missile for CH-series armed drones
Shenyang FC-31 (v2) takes to the skies for the first time
The second FC-31 prototype, developed and produced by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, undertook its maiden test flight…
Russia reportedly delivers first four Su-35 fighters to China
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force has reportedly received its first batch of Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from Russia…
China’s Avicopter AC352 conducts maiden flight with WZ-16 engine
The Avicopter AC352, which was jointly developed by Avicopter and Airbus Helicopters, successfully conducted its maiden flight using the WZ-16 turboshaft…
Second J-31 prototype possibly close to maiden test flight
Images attributed to the second Shenyang Aircraft Corporation J-31 prototype suggest that the unit is imminently ready to conduct its maiden test flight…
China could begin receiving Su-35 fighters before end of this year
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) will reportedly begin receiving its Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters before the end of 2016…
China declares aircraft carrier Liaoning ‘combat ready’
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has declared that the Liaoning, its first and only aircraft carrier, is now ‘combat ready.’
CETC offers new ZDK06 AEW&C for export, hints platform options
China Electronics Technology Group (CETC) began marketing its new AEW&C offering in the form of KJ-200-based ZDK06. Hinted of letting customers choose platforms…
AVIC’s HMD/S and next-gen cockpit concepts outline strong Chinese defence industry progress
At the Zhuhai Air Show, Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) showcased its next-generation aircraft subsystems, which included a HMD/S, single panel MFD…