SMRTR Science & EngineeringJan 7, 2025Interesting Engineering

China’s Tailless Next Gen Fighter: What we know so far

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China's Chengdu J-36, a next-generation stealth fighter, features a unique tailless, trijet design with a delta-wing configuration. This innovative aircraft incorporates advanced technologies aimed at achieving sixth-generation capabilities, including enhanced network-centric warfare systems and artificial intelligence integration. Spotted during test flights over Chengdu, the J-36's futuristic design represents China's ambition to develop cutting-edge military platforms rivaling Western aviation technologies like the U.S. NGAD program and Europe's FCAS.

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