MilitaryJ-20 Mighty Dragon
Fighter Jetconfirmed
The J-20 is China's first operational stealth fighter, combining stealth shaping, an advanced AESA radar, and internal weapons bays. It is designed primarily for air superiority and strike missions against high-value targets.
Specifications
| Type | Fighter Jet |
| Origin | China |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu Aircraft Corporation |
| Introduced | 2017 |
| Generation | 5th |
| Status | In service |
| Ceiling | 20,000 |
| Range | 2,000 |
| Weight | 19,391 |
| Speed | 2,100 |
| Crew | 1 |
History
Program launched in the 1990s. First flew January 2011. Entered PLAAF service in 2017. An upgraded two-seat variant (J-20S) has also been observed. Represents a generational leap for Chinese aviation.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| China | ~200+ in service | estimated |
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