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November 26, 2012

China conducts first landing on aircraft carrier
Beijing (AFP) Nov 25, 2012
China has conducted the first landing of a fighter jet on its new aircraft carrier in a move that extends Beijing's ability to project its growing military might in territorial disputes. The Chinese-made J-15 made the successful landing on the Liaoning, a former Soviet carrier, during recent exercises, the defence ministry said in a report Sunday on the flight tests. The Liaoning went into service in September in a symbolic milestone for China's growing military muscle that comes at a time when ... read more

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