Zhuhai 2014: Defense Technology Banquet
Nov 14, 2014
Bill Sweetman | Aviation Week & Space Technology
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- NextPrev1 of 12A large-scale model of the Shenyang J-31 (called FC-31 at the show) drew crowds. Differences from the flying prototype included sweptback vertical stabilizers and chevron-edged exhaust nozzles. Credit: Bill Sweetman/AW&ST
The biennial Zhuhai air show is a banquet for observers of Chinese defense technology. Although nuclear-capable missiles and the latest developmental and operational air force systems are absent, China’s policy of ensuring that there are multiple suppliers in all key areas results in many new programs at Zhuhai. This year, counterstealth technology and advanced missiles were in the forefront.
