the J11 intercepted P-8A using the AL31F though.
No, it didnt.
It used the new batch of WS-10 Taihangs, inofficially dubbed to be the "Black Taihang"-series.
Rumour says that they have improved reliability and thrust, as well as corrossion resistance, which makes them suitable for the Naval Aviation Units. Though, there were also quite some few PLAAF Flankers being seen with the new Black Taihang.


