the more i think about it, the more i feel that the J-20 was readied much earlier ago than december 2010. the fact that it's not in yellow paint means it probably had flown in its yellow stage earlier prior to this, so in a way, the J-20 may not be just a simple prototype, but a product very close to operational status.
Yes, I am more and more convinced we will see J-20 enter service by late 2012. USA might have a new president by that time. Taiwan might have a new "president" by that time. Both of these might be more anti-China.yeah that's been the rumour on the net recently...and i agree with your theory. given the delicacy of this project and the conservative tradition of the Chinese they most likely already did one or possibly more Russian engine flights before this one...this is more like a bureaucratic procedure for the bosses...sorta like a way to suck up to them or something like that lol
Dude, just chill man, I am just joking!
Congradulation to CAC for this monumental task!!
Yes, I am more and more convinced we will see J-20 enter service by late 2012. USA might have a new president by that time. Taiwan might have a new "president" by that time. Both of these might be more anti-China.
China has hidden the J-20 program from foreign intelligence very well. The first time they learn anything about it, it's almost entering service.
Some folks have ownership issues!
Didn't you start this thread, dude?