2 sources · first reported Yesterday
China's latest air-to-air missile, the PL-16, may be capable of competing with its US equivalent, according to experts. The missile's specs suggest it can chase large, slower-moving aircraft, but its effectiveness against smaller, faster planes is unclear. Experts are divided on its potential performance.
The PL-16's capabilities have significant implications for air superiority and defense strategies, particularly in the context of US-China military competition. Its potential effectiveness could impact the balance of power in future conflicts.
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