J-10C: A Versatile Blade of China's Air Force

In today's world of aviation, fighter jet technology is advancing by leaps and bounds, and China's independently developed J-10C fighter jet is undoubtedly a shining star. As a modern fighter jet integrating advanced technology and excellent performance, the J-10C not only represents the high level of China's aviation industry but also plays a crucial role in safeguarding national sovereignty and security.

The J-10C fighter jet was born in an era when China's aviation industry is constantly pursuing innovation and breakthroughs. It is a multi-role fighter jet developed through in-depth improvements and optimizations based on the J-10 series. Its development process has condensed the wisdom and efforts of countless researchers, overcome numerous technical difficulties, undergone multiple rigorous tests and verifications, and finally successfully entered service with the Chinese Air Force, opening a new chapter in the modern combat of the Chinese Air Force.

The J-10C has a length of 16.5 meters, a wingspan of 9.75 meters, a maximum takeoff weight of 19.3 tons, a maximum speed of Mach 2.2, and a combat radius of 1,200 kilometers. In terms of appearance, it adopts a single-engine, single-vertical-tail canard aerodynamic layout. The DSI inlet uses a bump-shaped design to adjust and compress the airflow, which not only reduces weight but also improves air intake efficiency. The fuselage is coated with stealth materials, and the airframe uses composite materials, effectively reducing the radar cross-section and achieving quasi-stealth capabilities.

The J-10C is equipped with a domestic WS-10B engine, with a military thrust of 9.1 tons and an afterburning thrust of 14.5 tons, providing strong power support for the fighter jet and ensuring good acceleration performance and maneuverability. In terms of avionics, the J-10C is equipped with a new active phased array radar with a detection range of over 200 kilometers. It can track 12 targets simultaneously and guide the PL-15 beyond-visual-range missile for precise strikes, with a longer detection range, faster response speed, and stronger anti-jamming capability. In addition, it is also equipped with an advanced integrated electronic warfare system. The cockpit adopts glass coating technology, equipped with a large-size multi-functional display and an advanced helmet display system, providing pilots with clear and intuitive flight and combat data, which helps improve the pilot's situational awareness.

In terms of weapon systems, the J-10C has 11 external hardpoints with a maximum bomb load of 7 tons. It can carry a variety of weapons, including PL-10 short-range combat missiles, PL-12 medium-range air-to-air missiles, PL-15 long-range air-to-air missiles, KD-88 air-to-ground missiles, YJ-91 anti-radiation missiles, LS-16 glide-guided bombs, LS-1500J laser-guided bombs, and can also carry multi-barreled rocket launchers for fire coverage and suppression of large ground targets. A 23mm caliber aircraft cannon is installed on the left side of the fuselage, mainly used for close-range air combat.

The commissioning of the J-10C has significantly improved the combat capability of the Chinese Air Force. It has the capabilities of medium and short-range air superiority and precise strikes against ground and sea targets. It can work closely with other combat forces to undertake the tasks of seizing air superiority and carrying out campaign strikes, comprehensively enhancing the Air Force's all-territory mobility and all-domain combat capabilities. In many military exercises and combat training, the J-10C has demonstrated excellent performance and strong combat effectiveness, becoming a sharp blade of the Chinese Air Force.

Moreover, the J-10C has gone abroad and been exported to Pakistan, becoming an important milestone in China's high-end aviation equipment entering the international market. In the Pakistani Air Force, the J-10C operates in coordination with the ZDK-03 early warning aircraft provided by China, forming a strong combat system. In actual combat, the J-10C successfully shot down Indian fighter jets relying on its advanced performance and efficient cooperation with early warning aircraft, demonstrating its strong practical combat capability.

The J-10C fighter jet is an outstanding achievement of China's aviation industry. With its advanced technology, excellent performance, and strong combat capability, it has become an important force of the Chinese Air Force, providing a solid guarantee for safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests. In the future, with the continuous progress and development of technology, the J-10C will surely continue to be upgraded and improved, showing its prowess in a broader sky and making greater contributions to China's national defense cause.
AG1：Open the cockpit cover
AG2：Abandon the auxiliary tank
AG3：Launching the PL15E missile
AG4：Abandoning the dual-missile hanger
AG8：Engine and gyroscope