China's People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has officially inducted the J-35A, a fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter, into its 1st Air Brigade, which already operates J-20 stealth fighters. Recent observations show formations including the J-16D electronic warfare aircraft leading two J-20 stealth fighters alongside two J-35A jets, highlighting the integration of electronic warfare capabilities with stealth fighters in modern air combat. The J-20S, a dual-seat 5.5-generation fighter equipped with a rear seat weapons systems officer to control unmanned drone wingmen, is nearing or has entered operational service, marking a step toward sixth-generation air warfare tactics. The PLAAF's 1st Air Brigade, formerly the First Fighter Division, has evolved through multiple aircraft generations, now fielding advanced stealth platforms. Additionally, China is advancing its capabilities in space warfare, with plans for space fighters featuring combined propulsion systems capable of runway takeoff, space operations, and global strike missions. The J-15T fighter for next-generation carrier operations has also been showcased, reflecting broader modernization efforts under Chairman Xi's leadership to prepare the PLA for dominance in air and space domains.
China is practicing orbital warfare to win in space. „Chairman Xi is preparing the PLA to fight and win wars in space, he is leveraging the industrial base of China to help him succeed, and he is planning well in advance“ https://t.co/vwK2SkzJNg
China showcases enhanced J-15T fighter for next-gen carrier operations https://t.co/kM8SPtmO2W
Chinas air force is going to dominate the space domain. We will have space fighters with combined propulsion systems that includes turbofan engine + scramjet and rocket engine, allowing it to take off conventionally on a runway, reach space, conduct global strike missions and https://t.co/HK3jHVBb3s