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Shenyang J-16 Multirole Fighter Family

The Shenyang J-16 is an active Chinese twin-seat multirole fighter family. Chinese Ministry of National Defense and China Military reporting describe J-16 aircraft as independently developed Chinese fighters commissioned to PLA Air Force units for air-to-air combat, precision air-to-surface strikes, and routine operational training.

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Aliases
Shenyang J-16J-16J-16 fighter bomber
Family Name
Shenyang J-16
Full Name
Shenyang J-16 Multirole Fighter Family
Roles
military
Status
active
Type
aircraft

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Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Operating Modes
land
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The Shenyang J-16 is an active Chinese twin-seat multirole fighter family. Chinese Ministry of National Defense and China Military reporting describe J-16 aircraft as independently developed Chinese fighters commissioned to PLA Air Force units for air-to-air combat, precision air-to-surface strikes, and routine operational training.

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Creation Time
August 14, 2026 at 07:40:07 UTC
Updated Time
August 14, 2026 at 07:40:07 UTC