The J-20 has no relationship to the Mig 1.44.
All mainstream reputable aviation news organizations (Jane's, Global Security, Aviation Week, Flight Global, etc.) DO NOT claim ANY relationship between the Chinese J-20 and Mig 1.44.
All mainstream articles on the J-20 specifically say it is an INDIGENOUS Chinese aircraft.
The Mig 1.44 never left the Soviet Union/Russia. The Chinese never examined it.
There was no joint effort by Russia's Mig and China's Chengdu.
Thus, the claim of the J-20 being derived from the Mig 1.44 is idiotic.
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Flat Earther: The Earth is flat.
Gambit: The J-20 is derived from the Mig 1.44.
Me:
Show me your proof.
Flat Earther: But...but...but...The Earth is flat!
Gambit: But...but...but..The J-20 is derived from the Mig 1.44!
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Read Global Security's article on the Chinese Chengdu J-20. It never mentions the Russian Mig 1.44. You know why? Because they have NOTHING to do with each other.
Global Security informs you of the following
FACT: "In August 2008 it was reported that 611 Institute [Chengdu Aircraft Design Institute] was selected to be the main contractor for the development of the fifth-generation stealthy J-20, and that 601 Institute [Shenyang Aircraft Corporation [SAC] was the sub-contractor." (third paragraph)
That is the end of the story. The J-20 is a solely Chinese-designed aircraft.
J-20 Black Eagle [Black Silk?] | (Jianjiji-20 Fighter aircraft 20) / F-20 | Global Security