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China is set to launch a new high-altitude unmanned aircraft capable of releasing up to 100 kamikaze drones simultaneously, in what military observers say could mark a significant advancement in drone warfare technology. The aircraft, named Jiu Tan, which translates to “high sky,” was developed by Shaanxi Unmanned Equipment Technology and is designed to enhance the operational reach of the Chinese air force.
The aircraft’s most notable capability is its ability to deploy large-scale drone swarms mid-flight, potentially overwhelming enemy defenses by sheer volume and unpredictability. State-released video footage simulated the dramatic visual of a synchronized UAV launch sequence.
Drone swarms offer strategic advantages in surveillance, intelligence gathering, and real-time reconnaissance, particularly in contested regions such as the Taiwan Strait. Analysts warn that such a capability could play a central role in a future conflict scenario between China and Taiwan.
In addition to drone launches, the Jiu Tan can also be equipped with cruise missiles and air-to-air weapons like the PL-12E, further expanding its offensive potential.
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Yay.
A drone drone?
Just wait 'til i fight back with my drone drone drone
Huh. Neat.
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Good for them
What a time to be alive!
Make the most of it while it lasts!
Ace Combat has entered the chat.
We’re getting a real life Arsenal Bird! Here’s hoping we make a Stonehenge to counter it.
I’ve trained for this. If someone gives me my f-22 and puts it on medium difficulty I might be able to speedrun it.
This makes me think of Howl’s Moving Castle.
What’s the difference between this and missiles?
From the article:
‘The aircraft’s most notable capability is its ability to deploy large-scale drone swarms mid-flight, potentially overwhelming enemy defenses by sheer volume and unpredictability. State-released video footage simulated the dramatic visual of a synchronized UAV launch sequence.
Drone swarms offer strategic advantages in surveillance, intelligence gathering, and real-time reconnaissance, particularly in contested regions such as the Taiwan Strait. Analysts warn that such a capability could play a central role in a future conflict scenario between China and Taiwan.
In addition to drone launches, the Jiu Tan can also be equipped with cruise missiles and air-to-air weapons like the PL-12E, further expanding its offensive potential.’
A big difference.
Drones are far cheaper for one.
Missiles are faster and harder to intercept, but drones are way cheaper.
I would imagine drones are more agile too
Wake me up when they get a drone droning drone drones …
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Carrier has arrived
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You require additional lesbian gas.
I’m always low-key scared of the Chinese
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I would disagree.
I perfectly comprehend these horrors.
Oh nice it is the thing from the movie youtu.be/9fa9lVwHHqg