Does the J 31 have a gun?
Armament of Shenyang J-31 The Shenyang J-31 stealth fighter can be fitted with one internal cannon, two internal weapons bays in the fuselage and three payload hard-points on each of the two wings.
How many j31s does China have?
J-XX nomenclatures in the Chinese military are reserved for programs launched and financed by the People’s Liberation Army, while FC-31 plane was developed independently as a private project by the aircraft manufacturer….Shenyang FC-31.
| FC-31 Gyrfalcon | |
|---|---|
| Status | Prototype |
| Number built | 4 prototypes (2021) |
What is the Shenyang J-31?
The Shenyang J-31 (F-60) is a multi-role, twin-engine fighter aircraft being manufactured for the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, an affiliate of Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC). It is the second attempt for China to build a domestic fighter jet after the J-20.
What is China’s J-31 fighter jet?
It is the second attempt for China to build a domestic fighter jet after the J-20. The J-31 fighter jet is intended to provide advanced defense capabilities in close-air support, aerial bombing and air interdiction operations.
What are the characteristics of the Shenyang FC-31?
The fifth generation jet fighter Shenyang FC-31 features exceptional maneuverability, stealth design, and an internal weapons bay, as well as upgraded avionics and sensors that provide situational awareness improvements, enhancements in radar tracking and targeting capacities, together with an upgraded electronic warfare system.
What is China’s FC-31 “gyrfalcon” fighter jet?
Observers spotted China’s FC-31 “Gyrfalcon” fighter jet at a naval aviation training facility. The FC-31 has been around for nearly 10 years without securing a role in the Chinese military. The jet will likely replace China’s current carrier fighter, the Shenyang J-15.