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China says GJ-21 stealth drone completes first takeoff and landing aboard Type 076 amphibious assault ship

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The GJ-21, described by Xinhua as China’s first carrier-based stealth reconnaissance and strike drone, has completed its first takeoff and landing aboard the Sichuan, the country’s first Type 076 amphibious assault ship. The milestone links a new unmanned combat aircraft with a newly introduced ship class.

Discovered 2026-10-30T09:04:29.465963-07:00 | 2026-10-30T09:04:29.465963-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

  • The reported shipboard takeoff and landing is a milestone for China’s carrier-based unmanned aircraft capability, demonstrating an operational link between the GJ-21 and the Sichuan.
  • Xinhua identifies the GJ-21 as a reconnaissance and strike drone, indicating the platform is intended for both sensing and attack roles.

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2026-10-30T09:04:29.465963-07:00
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