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LRIP Inspections and Emblems<\/h2>\n
The image appears to have originated from an \u00a0official channel of the Chinese Navy\u00a0, further reinforcing its authenticity. The presence of specific details, such as national emblems on the vertical fins, a tactical gray paint scheme, and a shark motif on the tail, also supports this theory. Aviation specialist Andreas Ruprecht, who has been quoted in \u00a0War Zone\u00a0, has pointed out these visual signals in Chinese naval aircraft designs.<\/p>\n
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<span>Click to see the publication in X<\/span><\/code><\/pre>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe pilots of these jets carry \u00a0bright blue helmets\u00a0\u2014a clear indicator that they are affiliated with the J-15 aviation unit, known for its frontline capabilities. This further implies that these J-35 jets are likely to have been assigned to the \u00a0Navy\u00a0 and are undergoing validation tests prior to their impending service entry.<\/p>\n
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Evolution from FC-31 to J-35<\/h2>\n
The J-35 is an evolution of the FC-31 model, which was developed by Shenyang as a more compact stealth fighter compared to the J-20. The first navalized prototype took flight in \u00a02021\u00a0, with subsequent iterations seen in \u00a02022\u00a0 showcasing a low-visibility gray color scheme. Blurry images of a potential third prototype surfaced in \u00a02023\u00a0. With the latest “0011” and “0012” specimens, it is evident that these units are being configured for initial serial production.<\/p>\n
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This aircraft is engineered for operation from aircraft carriers equipped with \u00a0catapults\u00a0, such as the Type 003 Fujian, indicating a significant advancement in China’s naval capabilities. This evolution follows years of training in land facilities designed to simulate \u00a0Catobar\u00a0 operations.<\/p>\n
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Engines: WS-19 vs. WS-21<\/h2>\n
The specific powerplants for the J-35 remain a topic of speculation. Some experts suggest that the land variant, known as the J-35A, might utilize the final \u00a0WS-19\u00a0 engine, recognizable by its darker nozzles. Conversely, the naval variants, which have clear nozzles, could potentially be powered by the \u00a0WS-21\u00a0, an evolution derived from the WS-13 used in initial prototypes. Until official confirmation is provided, it can be inferred that Shenyang is continually tweaking the engines in line with the program’s progress.<\/p>\n
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Both aircraft in the recent photographs are equipped with a Luneburg lens attached beneath their fuselage. This radar reflector can be deployed when full observability is not a concern, or it can serve to obscure the true design of the aircraft from third-party observation.<\/p>\n
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Testing on Aircraft Carriers<\/h2>\n
Currently, there is no photographic evidence that supports rumors of successful testing on aircraft carriers. However, if the aircraft are indeed under Navy control, \u00a0embarked trials\u00a0 would naturally be the logical progression, unless they have already been underway. Speculation is circulating about a possible public presentation in \u00a0September\u00a0, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the Japanese defeat in World War II. It remains to be seen whether Beijing will seize this opportunity to showcase its advanced capabilities.<\/p>\n
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\n\n\n\n <img alt=\"Mazda wants to reinvent the electric car with an electric car that is not entirely electric. In China they have improved the idea\" width=\"375\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/i.blogs.es\/87c2cd\/bateria-mazda\/375_142.jpeg\"\/><\/code><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe J-35 represents another critical piece in the expansive puzzle of China’s airborne military capability. It enhances the country’s growing emphasis on a complex naval air wing, competing with the United States on multiple fronts. As China explores the full potential of this new generation of aircraft, the timeline for achieving \u00a0operational capabilities\u00a0 remains an outstanding question.<\/p>\n
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