Sasquatch
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I am of the opinion that some people on this thread will have a field day regardless of what happens.
Possibility #1: China buys the Su-35.
Response: J-20 and J-21 are junks since China is still purchasing a 4+ fighter from Russia despite numerous restrictions.
Possibility #2: China doesn't buy the Su-35.
Response: J-20 and J-21 are still junks because China wanted to buy a 4+ fighter to reverse engineer tech from Russia but is denied the chance to do so.
Either way, those people win.
I personally do not see a problem if the SU-35 gets purchased, 117s could be used on the J-20 until the WS-15 is ready. Also to mention the upgraded WS-13 will be installed to the J21/31, both engines are still in development and will take some time, but China will indeed get the last laugh.
Now what of the report of Russia denying it ?