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China's Jiu Tian Drone Carrier Set for Maiden Flight in June

The advanced UAV, capable of releasing 100 drones and carrying six tons of payload, has completed structural assembly and is undergoing final testing.

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The Jiu Tian is a high-altitude, long-range unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed as a force multiplier
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Overview

  • Jiu Tian, a high-altitude, long-range unmanned aerial vehicle, is scheduled for its first test flight by the end of June 2025, according to Chinese state media.
  • The fourth prototype has completed structural assembly and is now in the installation and testing phase ahead of its inaugural mission.
  • The UAV boasts a 7,000 km range, 15,000 m operational ceiling, and a modular payload capacity of six tons, making it a versatile platform for combat and non-combat roles.
  • Designed for swarm warfare, it can deploy up to 100 loitering munitions or small drones, including kamikaze UAVs, to overwhelm enemy air defenses.
  • Developed by Shaanxi Unmanned Equipment Technology and AVIC, the Jiu Tian reflects China's push to expand its unmanned aerial capabilities for military and civilian applications.