How China plans to lead the fighter jet race

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Subscribe to our YouTube channel for free here: https://sc.mp/subscribe-youtube Read more here: https://sc.mp/1t06h Two next-generation aircraft were spotted in the skies over China in late 2024, leading to speculation that Beijing might be surpassing the US in an evolving arms race in the Pacific. The planes, tentatively called J-36 and J-50, reportedly incorporate highly advanced technology and avionics. Some military analysts say China’s air force may already be capable of contesting air superiority in the region. But the People’s Liberation Army has been pressing ahead with innovations since the rivalry could shift with any introduction of new aircraft by the US. Washington has yet to reveal details about its coming sixth-generation fighter, the F-47, at a time when tensions between Beijing and Washington over Taiwan are running high. Follow us on: Website: https://scmp.com SCMP Knowledge: https://www.scmp.com/knowledge Facebook: https://facebook.com/scmp Twitter: https://twitter.com/scmpnews Instagram: https://instagram.com/scmpnews Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/south-china-morning-post/