First things first, this is the J-10 thread, why ya here? Move this to J-35 carrier fighter (PLAN) thread at least.Check out some of the payload options of the F-35, this is what the J35 is competing against interms of payload :
If aircraft is labelled CE, then why isn't the missile labeled SD-10? Is AE another export variant?Dual PL12 below the fuselage.
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It's to protect the airframe from the muzzle flash and also maybe to not disturb the engine intake directing it out of the way.View attachment 138734
Flash suppressor for the twin-barrel? And do those cutouts serve some sort of muzzle brake function as well?
If aircraft is labelled CE, then why isn't the missile labeled SD-10? Is AE another export variant?
Many exhibits at this air show were named with the addition of 'E' directly to indicate that PLA is also using these.
The currently known information shows that the PL12A completed the design finalization in September 2017, with a usage range of 120KM