Viral images on Chinese social media show the sophisticated jets flying at low altitude. Analysts say it could mark a breakthrough in Beijing’s military modernization.

While the United States and Europe are working on concepts for new fighter jets, China is already testing its prototype sixth-generation fighter. Here is what it might feature. A new, previously unknown aircraft resembling sixth-generation fighters has been spotted in China.

While much of the world was recovering from Christmas Day overindulgence, China was offering a glimpse of not one but two 6th generation fighter jets.  On December 26, 2024, images began to emerge of what appears to be a large,