China’s PL-15 missile has downed Rafale jets. Is the PL-16 even more powerful?
China is reportedly developing a new air-to-air missile, the PL-16, which is expected to be more powerful than its predecessor, the PL-15. The PL-15 is already a significant weapon in China's air force, with unconfirmed reports suggesting it has downed Rafale fighter jets. This development comes shortly after the emergence of images of the US Air Force's new AIM-260 missile, which is partly driven by the capabilities of the PL-15. AI
