However, according to military analysts, the level of stealth technology in the Chinese J-20s is superior to the Rafales. Similarly, the TWR 10 engine is described as yielding thrust force of 15 tons, though a thrust range of 16 to 17 tons has been described for WS-15, and there is no reference to a thrust vectoring nozzle in the study despite multiple rumors alluding to one on WS-15. The RCS requirement for the aircraft also requires some nuance for interpretation, given only a minimum requirement is provided for the front sector, and no RCS requirements is provided for other sectors of the aircraft. Given the sensitivity of RCS for a fifth-generation aircraft, it is very likely the true details of such information were deliberately omitted for a non-classified document. Chopra also stresses how Rafale’s impressive combat history as well as its ability to perform different sets of roles, puts it above the J-20s. It is common knowledge that a generational gap in fighter jets represents a huge difference that cannot be made up by tactics and numbers in combat,”

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J-20 is really a big game-changer for our region. It would introduce new technology and induct new capabilities in the region for the first time,” said Chaudhry was while speaking to The Express Tribune. Developed and manufactured by Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group (CAIG), and flown for the first time in the January of 2011, the J-20 stealth fighter is capable of carrying out air-to-air, air-to-ground combat roles with supersonic cruise speed and features modern avionics. A Rafale fighter Chinese also underplay Western aircraft and call the Rafale a 3rd Generation aircraft. As per their own classifications, J-20 and F-16 are both 4th generation aircraft. China thus does not have a real equivalent of the F-22 or F-35. China’s PL-15 is claimed to have a much higher range than most Western missiles, but these are all one-sided Chinese figures, and the missile has yet to be operationally deployed.”The J20 RC Plane is a remote-controlled aircraft designed to imitate the Chengdu J20, a Chinese fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. The RC plane hobby industry has gained momentum in recent years, with enthusiasts seeking newer and innovative aircraft models. The J20 RC Plane is one such model that provides an exciting and enjoyable flight experience. The aircraft comes with a wingspan of roughly 50 inches and an overall length of 70 inches, providing a realistic design for RC enthusiasts. The plane’s lightweight construction with durable EPO foam, precision control through a 6-channel radio transmitter and receiver, and ease of operation have contributed to its popularity. The J20 RC Plane is a top choice for hobbyists as it offers both beginners and experts an opportunity to explore the world of RC planes. India’s acquisition of the French-made Rafales was touted by many as a ‘game-changer’, but could the emergence of China’s fifth-generation J-20 stealth fighters be a spoilsport? Experts have varied opinions. Well, in terms of weight, the J-20 stealth fighter is a heavier combat jet with a total weight of 19,000 kg as compared to Rafale’s weight, which can range from 9,900kg to 10,600kg. File Image: J-20 China’s criteria for defining aircraft generations differ from accepted international standards. China defines aircraft generations based upon when an aircraft was integrated into the air force. Per China’s criteria, the J-20 is considered a fourth-generation aircraft. Is J-20 a real fifth-generation aircraft or has just been touted as one is still open to interpretation,” the IAF veteran claims. China’s J-20 is far superior to the Rafale,” the military observers told Global Times. Rafale Fighter Via Dassault Aviation What Indian Expert Says

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India’s top defense expert, Air Marshal Anil Chopra (retired) says that while much is said about the Rafales being inferior to the J-20s, there are lingering doubts over the abilities of the Chinese fighters.The Chinese fifth-generation fighter is clearly stated in multiple sections of the study to be capable of competing with the U.S. F-22, and to hold key advantages over the F-35. Both of these U.S. aircraft are similarly described in great detail, and viewed as pacing threats, with the F-35 viewed as a possible part of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Air Force inventory after 2015. Threshold requirements for China’s fifth-generation fighter include stealth capability comparable to the F-22; supercruise; exceptional subsonic and supersonic maneuverability; a large operational radius; a highly integrated avionics and weapons suite; and good reliability, maintainability, and affordability. These are fully expanded on in their respective sections in the translated document and will not be reproduced here in the interests of article length. A specific section of the paper also weighs up the desirability of a heavyweight twin engine fighter versus a lightweight single engine fighter, and the heavyweight twin engine configuration is selected based on payload, range, and kinematic properties, as well as existing pre-research conducted for such a configuration. There are questions about J-20’s inability to super-cruise, which Rafale can already do. J-20 has achieved some Low Observable design goals for enhanced stealth. However, some aspects of the aircraft, such as the round nozzle of earlier models may work against its stealth capabilities,” the Air Marshal says.

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The aforementioned projected timeline for the development and production of the aircraft and its engine are examples of where the real-world outcome differed from the study’s statements. Other deviations also likely exist. Military observers, while speaking to the Chinese state-owned Global Times, said the generation gap between the fighters determines the superiority of J-20 over Rafale. Get briefed on the story of the week, and developing stories to watch across the Asia-Pacific. Get the Newsletter Rafale didn’t bring any new technology to the region but the similar tech already existed in F-16 and SU-30,” added Chaudhry. Indian Air Marshal Explains Why India Needs To Urgently & Aggressively Invest In Unmanned Technology

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The aircraft’s aerodynamic design and powerplants would comfortably allow for supercruise. Though no supercruise benchmark requirement is listed, a Mach 1.7 speed is described for the purposes of illustration. The aircraft’s combat radius is depicted in a diagram of the region as over 1,000 kilometers and below 2,000 kilometers. The exact number cannot be discerned due to the quality of the original photographs, but based on geography, it can be estimated to be anywhere between 1,300 and 1,800 kilometers. The study states that the fifth-generation fighter operating from airfields in Chinese territory should be capable of operating over the capitals of other nations in the region without air refueling, and should be capable of operating over the entirety of the Japanese islands with one air refueling. However, the timeline of pre-research, applied development, systemic de-risking, and projected schedules depicted by the paper is a very useful demonstration of the gestational periods such projects require, and thus may provide useful general insights into other similar projects that the PLA may be carrying out currently. The most directly applicable project would be the PLA’s sixth-generation fighter project, which has had multiple industry allusions and studies made to it, with some speculative generic depictions having been displayed as well. As I have previously written, little is known about the PLA’s sixth-generation fighter project; however, it has been previously stated as seeking to enter service before 2035. In addition, with the J-20 fighter being a stealth fighter, it is much more capable of avoiding detection on enemy radars, according to experts. While the 4.5 generation Rafale is not a stealth fighter, it has been designed for a reduced radar cross-section (RCS) and infrared signature, which means it has some stealth features. Like all RC planes, the J20 RC Plane offers both advantages and limitations for pilots to consider. Here are some pros and cons to keep in mind when considering this model: The fifth-generation fighter’s primary mission is clearly stated to be air superiority, to conduct aerial engagements at long range. Other secondary missions include being capable of air-to-surface strikes, maritime strikes, and suppression of enemy early warning and guidance and fire control systems; operating in informatized combat missions; acting as an auxiliary airborne early warning aircraft, to carry out electronic warfare missions; providing targeting information to friendly forces; and providing overall leadership and protection for other aircraft during missions.