Isaac Seitz
J-20 vs. JAS 39 Gripen: A Duel in the Sky?
The Chinese J-20 is the most advanced fighter jet in service with the PLAAF. It was designed to compete with American fighters, such as the F-22 and F-35, and provide deterrence against its neighbors. Meanwhile, the JAS 39 Gripen is a Swedish fourth-generation fighter that has been gaining traction in the international market. With countries like Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries acquiring the Gripen, there is a non-zero chance that the J-20 may one day meet the JAS 39 in the skies. The Chengdu J-20, also known as the “Mighty Dragon,” is China’s premier fifth-generation stealth fighter.
Chengdu Aerospace Corporation developed it and first flew in 2011. The J-20 is designed primarily for air superiority and long-range interception missions, with a strong emphasis on stealth, sensor fusion, and advanced avionics. It is a large twin-engine aircraft with internal weapons bays, radar-absorbent materials, and a shape optimized for low radar cross-section. These features allow it to penetrate deep into contested airspace and engage high-value targets while remaining difficult to detect.
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