China’s J-35A’s striking similarities with F-35 sparks US military tech theft debate
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China's new J-35A stealth fighter has sparked debate due to its resemblance to the US F-35 Lightning II. US Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin noted the similarities, reigniting discussions about potential theft of US military technology. The J-35A, showcased at the Zhuhai Air Show, features a tailplane wing design and expected carrier-based variant like the F-35. Key differences include the J-35A's twin-engine design compared to the F-35's single engine. This introduction makes China the second nation to operate two stealth fighters.
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