Recently, the video released by the "War Zone" column of the United States featuring China's giant "GJ-X" stealth drone in flight is really exciting! This huge machine, which looks like a "crank kite," was secretly photographed by satellites a few months ago at the base in Malan, Xinjiang, and it's already flying just a short time later. This isn't just showing off a new toy; there's a lot more to it — in short, it's quietly declaring: "The technology that used to be restricted, I now understand perfectly!"

Firstly, on the level of stealth flying wing technology: we have truly "graduated."

Take a look at the appearance of this plane, it's basically a "flying black bat kite," its official name is "crank kite" layout. This design has top-notch stealth and fuel efficiency, but why haven't many countries been able to build it before? Because it's too temperamental, its flight control system is extremely complex, and it might give you trouble.

Now, the fact that the "GJ-X" can fly steadily indicates what? It means that China has completely mastered the technical monster known as the "tailless flying wing." Whether it's the "split rudder" you see or the smooth integration of the fuselage and wings, all these prove that our flight control software and overall design are first-rate, solidly an "excellent student."

Then there's its "heart" — the engine. The small bump on the back of the plane in the video is something professionals would recognize immediately, it's likely a buried engine exhaust pipe. This detail hides a big news: China has finally entered the "free kingdom" of aircraft engines. In plain language, it means we are no longer "building planes with whatever engines we have," but instead "we can build any cool planes we want, and match them with suitable engines!" That's confidence.

The second question: What does China want to use such a large stealth drone for? To be the ultimate "sixth man" in the Western Pacific, it's worth so much effort to build such a large stealth aircraft, what's the point? The answer is written in the vast sea above the Western Pacific.

Specializing in "spying," staying for days and nights: the ocean is vast, how can you cover it all? Satellites have working hours, ordinary reconnaissance planes are too noisy, and once they go out, they are easily spotted. But the "GJ-X" is naturally suited to be a "sixth man." It can sneak into key waters unnoticed thanks to its stealth skills, and then, due to its large size, carry enough fuel and equipment, and stay in the air for dozens of hours. In other words, we've placed an "uninterrupted mobile eye" in key areas, clearly seeing the movements of enemy aircraft carriers and warships.

Creating the ultimate chain of "seeing you equals destroying you": modern warfare is about being fast, accurate, and decisive. As soon as you're discovered, missiles may already be on their way. The "GJ-X" does the first important task of "discovery." It's like a hidden sniper observer, once it locks onto a valuable target (such as an aircraft carrier) with its "eagle eyes," it can instantly call for help through a confidential network, summoning powerful weapons like the "Dongfeng Express" for precise delivery.

After this combo, our "anti-access" system in our own backyard becomes even more troublesome. Therefore, the "crank kite" named "GJ-X" taking to the sky doesn't make much noise, but its significance is great. It's not fighting alone; looking at various stealth fighters emerging recently in China, such as J-36 and J-XDS, they are coming out like dumplings. This shows that our aviation industry has entered a period of "strong version."

The line drawn by this big "kite" in the sky is telling the world: previously, we were following others to learn, now we can also set up our own school. In the future, the skies over the Western Pacific will have to be careful, because you never know if there's a pair of eyes watching you behind that cloud.

Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/7563502982784959018/

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