China has recently unveiled two sixth-generation fighter jets. Also, Pakistan has left the “cat-among-the-pigeons” by announcing plans to acquire 40 J-35 stealth fighters from China, marking the first export of Beijing’s fifth-generation jets to a foreign ally. It could mean induction by around 2029. That will change the entire air dominance dynamics in the sub-continent.Continue reading “Can Russian Sukhoi Su-57 “Felon’ be an Interim Fifth-Generation Aircraft for India”
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Chengdu J-20 Overhyped or Reality – A Comprehensive Story
The Sino-Indian face-off in Ladakh continues towards the harsh forthcoming winter. As the excitement of Rafale induction into Indian Air Force (IAF) settles, it is time to have a fresh look at China’s J-20 which has started becoming operational in sizeable numbers. Is it overhyped or a reality that India must try and fully understandContinue reading “Chengdu J-20 Overhyped or Reality – A Comprehensive Story”
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