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China's CNS Fujian Aircraft Carrier Boosts Naval Power

11/14/2025

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Story summary

The CNS Fujian, China's newest aircraft carrier, was officially commissioned on November 5, 2025, marking a milestone in naval power.
The 80,000-ton vessel is the first Chinese carrier equipped with electromagnetic catapults, enabling heavier aircraft launches, including the J-35 and KJ-600.
It is homeported at Yulin Naval Base in the South China Sea, expanding China's power projection while not matching the USS Gerald R. Ford's endurance.

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Historical Context

The USS Nimitz, commissioned on May 3, 1975, marked a pivotal advancement in U.S. naval power as a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. Its capabilities set a standard for future naval warfare. China's recent commissioning of the CNS Fujian, equipped with electromagnetic catapults, reflects a significant shift in military dynamics, particularly in the South China Sea, highlighting the evolving balance of maritime power.

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Story summary

The CNS Fujian, China's newest aircraft carrier, was officially commissioned on November 5, 2025, marking a milestone in naval power.
The 80,000-ton vessel is the first Chinese carrier equipped with electromagnetic catapults, enabling heavier aircraft launches, including the J-35 and KJ-600.
It is homeported at Yulin Naval Base in the South China Sea, expanding China's power projection while not matching the USS Gerald R. Ford's endurance.

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