Re: Jh-7 thread
I think the geometry swing wing proves too complicated and is a maintenance nightmare for PLAAF that time.. Plus, its not an easy plane to fly.........
the originally PLAAF requirement called out almost exactly as the FB-111 . tactical strike. to stop soviet tanks formations.
two side by side seats to facilitate night attacks.
also I think chinese did get a downed FB-111's cockpit in vietnam to take a look at.
but PLAAF version didn't go.
PLAN's missile striker did get a green light. which is the tandem seat version you see today.
also interesting enough, the Spey mk202 engine whcih is on JH-7, was actually a good standin for TF-30. and is in similar class.
I think the geometry swing wing proves too complicated and is a maintenance nightmare for PLAAF that time.. Plus, its not an easy plane to fly.........