252 is launched

One of the members on SDF asked me last night if the 2nd F-22P was launched and I just answered no. Of course, I didn't get a chance to check the military forums, because of the Halloween stuff. When I checked it this morning, it was a little embarrassing that I was wrong about it. Anyhow, here are some of the photos from 252 launching.





Also, we saw a new video + photos of the new CAC UAV that came out recently. I'm convinced this thing is not going to be a major part of PLA, because they normally keep new systems tightly under the wrap. Only export items like JF-17 and L-15 get shown right from the start.





Also, some additional news:

• Venezuela reduced the order of K-8s from 24 to 18
• Harbin received an order for 4 Z-9s from Kenya
• China will get help from Russia in its goal of building a heavy helicopter with maximum start-off weight of around 30 tons
• They have also purchased 4 Mi-26s from Russia

Next week is the Zhuhai airshow, so we will get plenty of news coming out, stay tuned.