China's People's Liberation Army Navy is reportedly upgrading its Liaoning and Shandong aircraft carriers to accommodate the J-35 stealth fighter. Currently, only the Fujian carrier is equipped with the electromagnetic catapult system necessary for the J-35's launch. This upgrade, hinted at through state media and satellite imagery, would significantly enhance the navy's combat capabilities by allowing all three carriers to operate the advanced fighter jet. AI
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