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China’s J-50/XDS may be testing new radar

New images show the J-50/XDS fighter equipped with a potentially enhanced radome.

China’s J-50/XDS may be testing new radar

Recent images from China reveal ongoing flight testing of a secretive, tailless fighter designated the J-50/XDS by AVIC Shenyang. This twin-engined jet has been observed with an updated radome during these tests. The changes to the aircraft’s radome suggest that it may have been fitted with new radar technology. These developments underscore China's continued aggressive push for advanced military capabilities within its aerospace sector. Further analysis is needed to confirm the specific nature of the upgraded radar system being evaluated.


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