China's new medium-sized stealth fighter jet, the J-35A, is equipped with a China-developed engine, a spokesman of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force told a press conference on Wednesday at the ongoing 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province.
The much anticipated J-35A on Tuesday made its debut by performing a dazzling flying display at the airshow, which runs from Tuesday to Sunday.
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Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
"The PLA Air Force shows sincerity at this airshow, particularly with the debut of J-35A, which is equipped with a domestically developed engine. This demonstrates our commitment and innovation. This jet's debut also marks the expansion of the Air Force's most powerful fighter jets from three (J-10C, J-16, J-20) to four. It's also an exiting and proud moment when the PLA Army, Navy, and Air Force showcased their aircrafts in a grand formation, thrilling both the on-site spectators and those watching the broadcast at home," said Xie Peng, spokesman of the Air Force.
"The J-35A's debut at this airshow is a result of the joint efforts of all our test pilots. The successful development of the J-35A reflects the wisdom and hard work of our test pilots and engineering teams. Our pilots are evolving from test flight specialists to aviation weapons specialists," said test pilot Li Lanxing.
Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
Fighter jet J-35A equipped with China-developed engine: spokesman
