China Shen Fei developed the Third generation of multiple purpose fighter named the -16. J-16 is Russian Su-30 MKK super modified version, high level network transmission and first flew in October 17, 2011 in Shenyang. J-16 has very strong air-to-ground attack capability. J16 is equipped with automatic electronic scanning phased array radar ( AESA ) with multiple target combat capability, and can identify the target information. Allegedly, this J16 project is of Chinese independent innovation design and development , technically superior to Russia Su -47, and eventually level up to the United States F-15K. J16 is not a stealth fighter, the aerodynamic shape with Su 30MK2 consistency in terms of Weapons pylon. But in avionics, radar on the great progress that J-16 annihilates Su30MKK2 in the excercise confrontation . The RCS value is sharply reduced compared to Su-27 series of fighter aircraft is one of the biggest improvement; WS10A is installed to replace AL-31f . 12 tons maximum weapon mount and combat radius of 1500 km makes HNA strength increase. The first batch of 24 aircraft reportedly deployed in 8 division 22 regiment.
