Chinese carrier-based fighters

Chinese carrier-based fighters

Back in the first half of the 1990s, the Chinese top military-political leadership came to the conclusion that it was necessary to have aircraft carriers in service...
Chinese naval fighters based at coastal airfields

Chinese naval fighters based at coastal airfields

On April 1, 2001, a Chinese J-8D interceptor collided in mid-air with an American reconnaissance EP-3E ARIES II. As a result of the collision, the J-8D pilot was killed, and the American plane was under threat...
Domestic large caliber aerial bombs

Domestic large caliber aerial bombs

Recently, the attention of specialists and the public was attracted by domestic FAB-3000 aerial bombs. At the same time, the Aerospace Forces also have heavier ammunition with special combat qualities....
Accidents and losses of B-2 Spirit bombers

Accidents and losses of B-2 Spirit bombers

The US Air Force is proud of its B2 Spirit stealth bomber. However, its operation has not been problem-free - there have been several serious accidents in the past, and one aircraft of this type was...
FAB-3000 and its prospects

FAB-3000 and its prospects

Russian industry has resumed production of FAB-3000 aerial bombs. Due to the large caliber, such weapons are distinguished by special combat qualities and are capable of hitting complex and protected...
Why has domestic civil aviation still not landed?

Why has domestic civil aviation still not landed?

Forecasts for the spring of 2022 did not come true - Russian carriers are still in the sky, albeit with minor reservations. All that remains is to find out whether the sanctions are not working or whether domestic airlines have found...
PLA Navy Aviation: basic patrol and reconnaissance aircraft

PLA Navy Aviation: basic patrol and reconnaissance aircraft

In addition to fighters and bombers, Chinese naval aviation is armed with AWACS aircraft, long-range manned reconnaissance aircraft, basic anti-submarine aircraft, electronic warfare and radio-technical warfare aircraft, seaplanes and...