The first flight of the sixth generation fighter "White Emperor" was filmed on video
In China, a flight of an unknown model aircraft was filmed near an aircraft factory in Chengdu. It is assumed that a prototype or demonstrator of a Chinese fighter of the new sixth generation called Baidi Type—B, which means "White Emperor", could be lifted into the air. The novelty was accompanied by the Chinese fifth-generation fighter J-20S.
A video posted online shows a triangular-wing aircraft built according to the "tailless" scheme. Visually, its dimensions are comparable to those of the serial J-20S.
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| Flight of a Chinese aircraft of unknown model. |
| Source: ImpNavigator Telegram Channel |
The concept of the new Chinese fighter was presented in 2022
In September 2022, it was reported that China could create a sixth-generation fighter based on the Su-35. This was stated in the United States, referring to Air Force General Mark Kelly. The first concept of the Chinese new generation fighter was presented in November 2022 at the International Airshow China 2022, which was held in Zhuhai. Then the guests could get acquainted with a scaled-down model of the sixth-generation fighter.
Two years later, in November 2024, the Chinese Aviation Industry Corporation (AVIC) introduced a 6th-generation stealth fighter called the AVIC Baidi Type-B. The Simple Flying portal writes about this.
However, it is not known for certain whether the plane captured on video is a new generation Chinese fighter. "It's hard for me to say how true these shots are, but rumors have been circulating for weeks that this plane should fly before the end of the year," said the author of the ImpNavigator Telegram channel.
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| The J-20S fighter jet. |
| Source: Cfoto / Keystone Press Agency / Globallookpress.com |
What is known about the "White Emperor"
According to the Simple Flying portal, the characteristics of the "White Emperor" correspond to some prototypes of American sixth—generation fighters - tailless design and diamond-shaped wings. In addition, it is reported that he can control from space. It is noted that "analysts are skeptical about these statements."
"Military Affairs," in turn, citing its own sources, writes that the sixth-generation Chinese fighter jet can be equipped with artificial intelligence integrated with drones to perform joint operations. "Special attention is paid to its resistance to electronic warfare systems, as well as its effective operation in conditions of active counteraction by air defense systems," the newspaper notes.
The key features of the aircraft are hypersonic speed, technology to reduce radar visibility and super-maneuverable engines that can provide long flight at high altitudes. However, according to Simple Flying, China is "incredibly secretive," so "little is known about the "White Emperor."
After the flight of the "White Emperor", a new era was announced
If the flight of the "White Emperor" was filmed on video, China may become the first country in the world to have a sixth-generation fighter jet, writes Simple Flying.
"This could mark another step into a new era of great power rivalry just as the U.S. Air Force is considering canceling its sixth-generation manned fighter (NGAD). This will serve as an example that China is not just playing catch—up, but is also able to break ahead in some areas," the newspaper notes.
It is specified that China, presumably, intends to transfer the sixth—generation fighter to service around 2035 - at the same time when the British and US Navies plan to commission their sixth-generation fighters.
