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China and Russia launched Sukhoi-57 and J-35A stealth fighters

13 Nov 2024 - 15:46

The China International Aerospace and Aviation Exhibition began in Zhuhai with the display of the export version of the Russian "Sukhoi-57" fighter for the first time and the unveiling of the Chinese "J-35A" stealth fighter.


Afghan Voice Agency (AVA): Russia has sent two Sukhoi 57 to this exhibition; This is the first time that this fighter is displayed in an exhibition outside of Russia.
Since 2012, Russia has been developing the Su-57, the fifth generation of this type of fighter. Its first flight was done in 2019, but no video or photos of it were released.
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-35 fighter jets are now available for sale to foreign buyers. Both fighter jets are competing to showcase their advanced technology and superiority.
China unveiled its newest stealth fighter jet yesterday (Tuesday) as well as plans to build a series of advanced drones.
Beijing has shown its determination to compete with US military might through massive investments in the latest technology and closer ties with partners such as Russia.
The first public flight of China's fifth-generation stealth fighter, the J-35A, which is capable of avoiding radar detection and attacking targets at supersonic speeds, was the highlight of the opening day of China's Zhuhai Air Show on Tuesday. was
Millions of people watched the aerial maneuvers of the fighter against a backdrop of gray skies live on China Central Television.
But another noteworthy point for the participants of this exhibition was the first foreign display of the Russian Sukhoi-57, the most advanced stealth fighter of the Russian army, which was flown by one of the most experienced Russian pilots at the China Air Show.
Sergei Shoigu, head of Russia's National Security Council, who is a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, attended the ceremony and emphasized the closeness between China and Russia despite Western efforts to isolate Moscow.
The J-35 fighter, as the Chinese competitor of the US F-35, was the main attraction among all kinds of drones, missiles and planes displayed by China's leading aerospace and aviation companies in the biennial exhibition that continues until November 17 (Scorpio 27). was laid
China's recent move is the country's second move to build stealth aircraft after the G-20.
The G-35 is more agile than the larger stealth fighter G-20 currently in service with the Chinese military. Speculations suggest that the G-35 may have been built using US military technology.
Designed to operate with Chinese aircraft carriers, the J-35 fighter demonstrates China's commitment to upgrading its fleet. China currently has two aircraft carriers in service and one in testing.
In addition, it is possible to export G-35. Countries like Pakistan may see the J-35 as a cheap, affordable stealth option.


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