Hey fam, big news from the high seas! The Chinese mainland’s newest aircraft carrier, Fujian, has just pulled off its first electromagnetic catapult-assisted takeoffs and arrested landings with three jet types: J-15T, J-35 and KongJing-600 (aka KJ-600). 🚀✈️⚓️
What’s an electromagnetic launch? Think of it like the fast-charging feature on your smartphone but on a way bigger scale: instead of steam, Fujian’s system uses powerful magnets to hurl planes off the deck in a super smooth, controlled burst. That means faster launches, less wear and tear, and the flexibility to handle different aircraft models with ease. 🔋✨
The J-15T, J-35 and KJ-600 were first spotted showcasing their moves at the 80th-anniversary parade of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, and now they’ve proven they can rock catapult launches and cable-assisted landings at sea. This clears a major milestone: Fujian now has initial full-deck operational capability, meaning it's ready to deploy multiple plane types in real missions. 💪🌊
This tech leap is part of the Chinese Navy’s push from ski-jump ramps to next-gen catapult systems, taking carrier aviation from basic flight tests to full-on combat readiness. Since Fujian’s debut sea trials in May, the vessel has been running a rigorous set of tests to fine-tune its gear and ensure rock-solid performance out on the waves. 🧰⚙️
For young tech lovers across South and Southeast Asia, Fujian’s breakthrough is a front-row demo of how advanced systems integrate hardware, software, and raw power—like the trend of automation and electric vehicles but on the ocean! 🌏🔌
Stay tuned for more updates on cutting-edge naval tech and how it shapes the future of maritime security and innovation. 🔍💡
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Three aircraft types catapult-tested on China's Fujian carrier
cgtn.com
