"One Phrase 'Can Be Displayed' Actually Dates Back Ten Years!"
November 1, 2016
At the 11th China Airshow
Our independently developed new generation
stealth fighter jet J-20
made its public debut
with a stunning one-minute flight display
Netizens exclaimed: “Can it be showcased!?”
Today
marks the 10th anniversary of the “Dragon” public appearance!
Looking back at these moments still stirs our blood
From the initial stunning glimpse
to being equipped in the troops, honing skills in the skies
and then to the continuous enrichment of its family lineage
exploring new directions in intelligent aerial combat
each moment etched in the blue sky
fully records the J-20
growing from a research prototype to
the Air Force's main battle sharp sword
Let’s review the highlights of the J-20 ↓
November 1, 2016: The J-20 made its first public appearance at the 11th China Airshow;
July 30, 2017: The J-20 made its first appearance in a combat posture, celebrating the 90th anniversary of the military;
May 9, 2018: The J-20 conducted its first real combat training in maritime operations;
October 1, 2019: The J-20 appeared for the first time with five aircraft together at the 70th National Day parade;
July 1, 2021: It appeared in a formation of 15 aircraft, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Communist Party of China;
September 28, 2021: After being equipped with the “Chinese Heart,” it made its first public display;
September 16, 2022: The J-20 executed the mission to welcome the remains of the Volunteer Army martyrs back to the country;
November 8, 2022: The J-20 had its first ground static display;
July 26, 2023: The J-20 conducted its first maneuver flight display in a formation of four aircraft;
November 12, 2024: The J-20S dual-seat model made its public debut, showcasing the future aerial combat potential of manned-unmanned collaboration;
September 3, 2025: The J-20, J-20A, and J-20S appeared together at the “September 3” parade.
In the new era, the People's Air Force
dominates the skies and space, with full confidence
The J-20 stealth fighter jet of the People's Liberation Army Air Force was publicly showcased for the first time on November 1, 2016, during the 11th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the J-20 has marked several milestones, including its first combat posture appearance and participation in military training exercises, highlighting its role as a key asset in China's military aviation.
- The J-20 was first publicly displayed on November 1, 2016, at the 11th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition.
- The J-20 has undergone various milestones including its first combat posture appearance and participation in military training.
- The J-20 is recognized as a significant advancement in China's military aviation capabilities.