J-20 5th Gen Fighter Thread IV (Closed to posting)

[Deino]

Well maybe if Chengdu reads some of your great articles on the J-15, they will invite you in for a factory tour, and give you a cockpit check, and take you up for some air to air photos, then let you do the "reveal on 2003" or "2011". I'm sure there is some Chinese proverb touting the virtue of patience, and you've probably been more patient than any other Aviation Journalist??? How bout it Chengdu, we think Deino deserves a first person, hands on access, maybe an interview with Dr. Song?????, and a few air to air shots of the J-20, great PR, and an honest first tell of the Chengdu J-20, a great way to sell this aircraft, and inform her fans.....she would look great on the cover of Air Combat???? hope I didn't get the magazine name wrong, I really did enjoy your last article on the J-15.

I must confess this was the so far nicest compliment I ever received in a forum! Hats off!

Deino

 

[Jeff Head]

With regards to the numbering of the J-20 prototypes: some have postulated that with the latest appearance of No. 2011, that there are now 11 prototypes built. Either that, or they are re-numbered. Both of which are most likely false.

The 2001/2002 belong to the 00 batch, whereas the 2011 belongs to 01 batch. The 00 batch being basically flying laboratories, and the 01 being more of a complete airplane.

This suggested that it is unlikely for us to see the long speculated 2003, because either A) it never existed, or B) the program has moved on from that stage.

Best plausible explanation I have seen.

Is it right? We do not know. But it makes the most sense.

 

[Air Force Brat]

I must confess this was the so far nicest compliment I ever received in a forum! Hats off!

Deino

Well, I always get a kick out of picking up one of those slick magazines and seeing your byline, and reading the article. I am amazed what you and some of my fellow posters are able to glean from a single picture. I'm sure it would be a very interesting read, and I would love to see some air to air pictures, I'm sure the PLAAF and Chengdu would be pleased as well to have "world class" aviation journalist present this very kool and interesting airplane to the world. Always a pleasure to give some credit where it is due, and my fellow posters have been so kind to the old Air Force Brat, and I continue to learn so much from each of you. The only thing better than reading your article would be if several of us could go together, but seriously, it is always a pleasure, and it would make perfect sense for Chengdu as well!

 

[by78]

Has this been posted before? This is allegedly J-20's AESA radar. The photo 'leaked' four days ago. It could be fake or a photo of an existing American or European radar, but I don't recognize it.

Here's a Chinese fighter-based AESA radar roadmap for reference. The top radar is for J-10B, middle for J-16, and the bottom for J-20. I believe this is authentic.

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by78, you are new, but you are still required to read the rules.

The use of blue and red text in posts is the exclusive prerogative of moderators on SD. It makes it easy and clear for other posters to see and understand moderator instructions.

Thanks, Jeff Head

Thank you Jeff. I have corrected the colors. Will read the rules more carefully.

 

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[nkvd]

Deino can you tell me the name of the mag you write for?I would prefer to buy a physical copy if available in the UK. Can i still get my hands on the issue AFB is talking about?

 

[nkvd]

. If a thread delves into an area you're not interested in, and you've nothing to add, skim on to the pretty pictures.

Fair enough

 

[Deino]

Deino can you tell me the name of the mag you write for?I would prefer to buy a physical copy if available in the UK. Can i still get my hands on the issue AFB is talking about?

Thanks for Your interest. I'm working for the "Combat Aircrfat Monthly":

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The AFB was talking about - I think - was issue Vol. 14 / no. 12 (December 2013). In the following issue Vol. 15 / no. 01 (January 2014) was a report about the JH-7 and in the current one Vol. 15 / no. 02 (February 2014) is - sadly a very much shortened - report about the Chinese ADIZ. If everything goes well in the March issue a full PLANAF Orbat report will appear ... if not, then a bit later ! Hope You like it.

Deino

 

[nkvd]

Much appreciated and thanks for the quick reply.Will give feedback-Cheers

 

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