The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) presented a promising vision for the future of Chinese military aviation during Airshow China 2024, unveiling a model of its sixth-generation conceptual fighter jet.
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Named “The Baidi” or “White Emperor,” the aircraft is designed for dual missions and represents an evolution of stealth aircraft previously showcased by China.
The design of the “White Emperor Variant B” displays significant changes in the fuselage, particularly in the rear section and wing configurations. These modifications seem aimed at increasing the internal capacity for carrying weapons, including the potential to accommodate larger and heavier air-to-ground armaments, as well as enhancing stealth and maneuverability capabilities.
According to information from the event, the new concept aims to improve human-machine interaction, facilitate maintenance, and optimize the combat efficiency and sortie rate of the aircraft. Experts suggest that integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced data fusion technologies are priorities in the fighter’s development. These innovations could enable smoother information integration and advanced coordination with unmanned systems—a key feature of sixth-generation fighters.
While full technical details remain confidential, the model presented by AVIC signals China’s ambition to remain competitive in the race for sixth-generation air dominance, alongside notable programs from other countries such as the United States’ Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) and Europe’s Future Combat Air System (FCAS).
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