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China’s New Aircraft Carrier Fujian Begins Sea Trials, Yet Falls Short of US Standards

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  • May 4, 2024
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China’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, embarked on its first sea trials on Wednesday, as reported by the state-run news agency Xinhua. Departing from a shipyard in Shanghai at 8 a.m. local time, these trials are primarily focused on testing the carrier’s propulsion and electrical systems. Despite the progress, experts note that the Fujian does not yet match the capabilities of United States aircraft carriers.

The Fujian, named after the Chinese province, represents a significant technological advancement for the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). It is China’s third aircraft carrier and notably the first to feature a catapult launch system similar to those used on US carriers, which allows for the launching of aircraft with heavier payloads and more fuel. However, unlike US carriers that are nuclear-powered and can operate at sea indefinitely as long as crew provisions last, the Fujian is conventionally powered and will require frequent refueling.

Experts have highlighted several aspects in which the Fujian lags behind its US counterparts. John Bradford, a fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, stated that while the Fujian marks a key milestone for China’s naval capabilities, it still does not compare to the technological and operational standards of US aircraft carriers. The Fujian measures approximately 984 feet in length and 131 feet wide, smaller than the USS Gerald Ford Class carriers, which are 1,092 feet long and 134 feet wide.

The carrier’s air wing capacity is also lesser, with the ability to carry about 60 aircraft, compared to about 75 aircraft on the largest US carriers. Furthermore, the Fujian possesses three electromagnetic catapults, one fewer than the four aboard the USS Gerald Ford Class.

Despite these disparities, the introduction of the Fujian is a clear sign of China’s naval ambitions and its commitment to expanding its maritime capabilities. The carrier is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing China’s ability to project power far beyond its shores, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.

 

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