Aviation in the Chinese Civil War (1945-1950)
Explore the pivotal role of aviation in the Chinese Civil War (1945-1950), from Nationalist air dominance to the birth of the PLA Air Force and its challenges.
Tag: China
Chi
Discover the Chinese Chi aircraft: developed in 1929 at Fuchow, powered by Wright engines. Learn about its trainer/touring roles and prototypes!
Kao Chih-Hang
Explore the life of Kao Chih-Hang, a Chinese fighter ace. From French training to leading China’s air defense, learn about his valor, tragic end, and lasting legacy.
Chang Kong-1 (CK-1)
Discover the Chang Kong-1 (CK-1), China’s versatile target drone. A modified La-17 copy, used for nuclear tests, air target simulation, and combat aircraft training.
Chiang Ch’ueh
Explore the Chiang Ch’ueh, a two-seater training aircraft of the Chinese Fleet from 1933. Designed by D. S. Pan and built by Amoy.
Liu Chui-Kang
Discover Liu Chui-Kang, a Chinese aviation ace with 7 victories. Learn about his bravery, command during wartime, and tragic end in 1937.
History of the Chinese Air Force in the Sino-Japanese War
The tumultuous history of the Chinese Air Force in the Sino-Japanese War: resilience, losses, and crucial aid from the USSR and USA.
CH-901
Explore the CH-901, China’s Poly Defence kamikaze drone. Compact, lethal, with swarming tech and anti-tank capabilities, operational with the PLA since 2016.
Air Combat in China: Japanese A5M Fighters and Soviet Volunteers
Explore fierce air battles of the Sino-Japanese War (1937-38). Japanese A5M fighters clash with Soviet I-15/I-16 and Chinese pilots.
CJ-6
Explore the CJ-6, China’s iconic trainer aircraft. An independent design with an all-aluminum fuselage, over 1800 built, and key variants.