China Unveils CH-9, Wing Loong-X Platforms For Naval Applications

Wing Loong

Wing Loong-X pictured ahead of a flight test.

Credit: CCTV
China has showcased its progression in unmanned combat aerial system (UCAS) technology and innovation, unveiling the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) Cai Hong (CH)-9 and Chengdu Wing Loong-X at Zhuhai Airshow 2024. With a maximum takeoff weight of 5000 kg (11,000 lb.), the...
Chen Chuanren

Chen Chuanren is the Southeast Asia and China Editor for the Aviation Week Network’s (AWN) Air Transport World (ATW) and the Asia-Pacific Defense Correspondent for AWN, joining the team in 2017.

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