China Officially Confirms J-10C Fighter Jet Achieved First Combat Victory, Multiple Aircraft Downed Undamaged
- J-10C achieved first combat success.
- Multiple enemy aircraft were shot down.
- Chinese jet remained completely undamaged.
China has officially acknowledged for the first time that its advanced J-10C fighter jet achieved its inaugural combat victory. This confirmation marks a significant milestone for the aircraft, which is central to China’s modern air superiority fleet and its defense exports.
According to reports shared by Chinese journalist Shen Shiwei and analyst Saqib Bashir, Beijing has officially verified the operational success of the J-10C. The success reportedly occurred during an incident in May, where the fighter jet successfully engaged and shot down multiple aircraft. Crucially, the official confirmation emphasized that the J-10C returned from the mission without sustaining any damage.
Journalist Saqib Bashir pointed out that while China formally confirmed the May timeframe for the combat achievement, the statement deliberately omitted any specific mention of the regional conflict involved. Reports indicate that the month of May corresponds to the timing of the Pak-India war, leading analysts to connect the confirmed J-10C success to those hostilities, though official Chinese sources maintain neutrality regarding the specific details of the confrontation.
The J-10C, known for its advanced avionics, active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, and high maneuverability, is considered a crucial component of modern aerial warfare capabilities. Its official combat confirmation provides vital validation of its performance metrics on the global stage. This success is particularly notable given the widespread deployment of the J-10C, including in the Pakistan Air Force, which operates a variant of the jet as a cornerstone of its air defense strategy.
The formal disclosure of the J-10C’s flawless combat debut, as reported by journalist Shen Shiwei, solidifies its reputation as a formidable fourth-generation-plus fighter, potentially impacting future international procurement decisions for similar high-performance military hardware.