Recently, China and the United States resumed after a summit in San FranciscoMilitaryCommunication has become something that the US team is looking forward to. Because in the current situation, Americans are very worried that tensions between China and the United States may lead to a misfireU.S. militaryGet into a jam. It was at this time that the Chief of Naval Operations Lisa Franchetti announced that the United States welcomes the resumption of cooperation with the PLAMilitaryexchanges, as in recent years, American aircraft with ChinaFightersThere are more and more encounters, and both sides are concerned that the situation could escalateMilitaryConflict.
Interestingly, the Americans cite a copy of ChinaFightersHigh-risk interceptionU.S. militaryThe list of events of the plane, which turned out to be a surprising phenomenon:J-11 combatThe machine almost became a pack-upU.S. militaryThe workhorse. The list contains a range of proximity, interception, and jammingU.S. militaryThe incident of the aircraft, among themJ-11of the highest level of engagement. This discovery raises questions about whyJ-11becomeSquadronThere is a lot of buzz about performing such tasks.
1. Recorded high-risk interception events
There are several cases cited in the recordJ-11 combatmachine withU.S. militaryHigh-risk exposure of aircraft, or proximity, or emitting jamming devices, etc. For example, on February 7, 2023, oneJ-11The distance between a U.S. plane and an American plane over the South China Sea was only 6 feet (about 1.).8 meters). On February 24 of the same yearJ-11Equipped with air-to-air missiles, it successfully intercepted a US Navy P-8A at a distance of only 152 meters. Another time,J-11At a distance of 274 meters from the US plane, 8 pieces were issuedFlares, and even appeared close to the American plane at a distance of only 15 meters. These events make:J-11It has become the main part of the Chinese Air Force in carrying out high-risk interception missionsFightersOne.
2. Advantages and applicability of the J-11
WhyJ-11What about becoming a model worker for such tasks?In fact, there are some plausible explanations for this question. First of all, for the performance of regular patrol missions, range and cost of use are factors that must be taken into account. WhileJ-11As oneHeavy fighterIt is equipped with a domestic turbofan-10 engine, which is more suitable for long-distance interception missions than other models, and the cost is more economical and efficient. Secondly,J-11As Sukai systemFighters, with classic advantages of aerodynamic design, excellent handling performance. in the faceU.S. militaryWhen the airflow of the aircraft is disturbedJ-11Excellent performance in close interceptions, forPilotsProvides more security. Finally,J-11It is the largest and longest-running deployment in ChinaHeavy fighterOne. PilotsThe higher the mastery of the platform, the higher the probability of performing interception tasks.
3. Strategic considerations for the life consumption of fighter jets
In addition to the above factors, there is another important strategic consideration that is key. Historically, the USSR has repeatedly sent Su-27sFightersIntercept NATOReconnaissance aircraftand successfully returned home, thus achieving the purpose of depleting the life of the NATO fighter airframe. In the same way, China can also be approachedDiaoyu Islandsand other ways to consume the life of the Japanese F-15J. J-11The use of fighters had a similar effect, which was used frequentlyJ-11Able to avoid other models such as:J-16The rapid wear and tear of other aircraft types helps to extend the service life of the entire fighter fleet.
Looking back at the article as a whole, we can draw several conclusions. First of all,J-11 combatWith its excellent performance and applicability, the machine becameSquadronInterceptionU.S. militaryThe workhorse of the aircraft. Secondly,J-11The high level of participation reflects the risks and uncertainties in the US-China tensions. Finally,J-11 combatThe use of aircraft also reflects China's strategic considerations, aimed at depleting the service life of enemy fighters and ensuring itselfFightersThe sustainable combat capability of the group.
By studying the J-11 to become the main force in cleaning up the US military, we can better understand ChinaU.S. militaryThe importance of communication and the risks that exist. in the futureMilitaryIn the interaction, we need to ensure:Militaryand strengthen communication and exchanges to maintain regional peace and stability.