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J-15T Carrier Fighter Jet Makes Public Debut
The J-15T, a new catapult-launched variant of China's J-15 carrier-borne fighter jet, made its public debut, signifying a significant upgrade to the nation's naval aviation capabilities.
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Aviation Industry Corp Of ChinaPeople's Liberation Army NavyShenyang Aircraft Design And Research InstituteUnited States NavyRussian Navy
Wang Yanan
- On which aircraft carriers will the J-15T be deployed?
- The J-15T will be deployed on the Chinese Navy's existing aircraft carriers, CNS Liaoning and CNS Shandong, and the future CNS Fujian, enhancing their operational capabilities.
- Are there any other variants of the J-15 besides the J-15T?
- In addition to the J-15T, a new electronic warfare variant, the J-15D, is also under development, comparable to the US Navy's EA-18G Growler.
- What are the advantages of the J-15T's catapult launch capability?
- Key features of the J-15T include a strengthened nose landing gear, removal of the airspeed tube, and the use of new materials, avionics, and indigenous turbofan engines.
- What is the overall significance of the J-15 series in China's naval aviation?
- The J-15 series, developed by the Shenyang Aircraft Design and Research Institute, possesses comprehensive capabilities comparable to the Russian Su-33 and the US F/A-18 Hornet, significantly bolstering China's naval aviation capabilities.
- What are the key features and improvements of the J-15T compared to the original J-15?
- The J-15T is a new variant of the J-15 carrier-borne fighter jet designed for catapult launch, enabling it to carry more fuel and munitions, and fly farther than its predecessor.