China's Air Force Unveils AI-Powered ‘Aerial Refueling Dispatcher’

YY-20 tankers with PLAAF fighters

YY-20 tankers with PLAAF fighters.

Credit: People’s Liberation Army Air Force
SINGAPORE—The People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has developed and introduced an artificial intelligence-powered aerial refueling dispatcher system aimed at improving the efficiency and tempo of tanker operations. The People’s Liberation Army said in its official newsletter that the system...
Chen Chuanren

Chen Chuanren is the Southeast Asia and China Editor for Aviation Week's Air Transport World magazine and the Asia-Pacific Defense Correspondent for Aviation Week.

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