Thanks! One thing though; what does the article say about its avionics?
The outer shape and stuff aren't changed much from SU-33.
Haven't installed AESA yet, this guy isn't responsible for this part, but it's likely going to be more expensive. The electronic system is the same as J-16. AESA will probably be installed around 2015 when a newer version is finished, it will gradually replace the older ones too.
This carrier's size makes it as effective as the De Gualle, even though it doesn't have any catapult. It's about 70% as effective as Nimitz. I guess this means in terms of amount of air craft launches? The Mig 29k was considered but turned down, the J-15 can reach 38 Tons, it's a heavy jet. Obviously not as effective as say launched on Nimitz, but this is definitely the second best out there. Mig 29 is 29 tons btw, more or less.
Which means we still suck, go first or go home. (my comment, not part of story lol)
There's about 20 J-15s currently made with more on the way. By 2015, all should be good including flight testing of fighter and helicopter. Will probably enter service then.
One of the things done is taking off and landing of a few fighters at the same time, a couple dozen times at a time.
The current AEW is about 25 tons, it's electronic system is better than E-2 Hawkeye, mmm, how did he know that
Further testing still needed. The Hawkeye is 43 tons, so there is still a difference.
at 160 meters run way it can take off, at least in theory.
Surprise in 2015 for the carrier.
There's been quite a few tests in rough seas, but the carries are reduced in such situations for safety, with further training and testing to happen.
I should get a damn positive rating, that was freaking long.