Dalian Shipyard

The launch of China's second aircraft carrier, expected as soon as this week, will be an important and depressing moment for India. The "Type 001A" -- likely to be named the "Shandong" -- will give China an edge for the first time in the carrier race with its Asian rival, a literal two-to-one advantage. After decommissioning the INS Viraat earlier ...

China's first aircraft carrier has successfully completed its maiden sea trials and returned to a shipyard for further refurbishing, the Chinese Defence Ministry said on Wednesday. The 1,000-feet vessel is designed to carry 26 aircraft and 24 helicopters.

The launch of China's second aircraft carrier, expected as soon as this week, will be an important and depressing moment for India. The "Type 001A" -- likely to be named the "Shandong" -- will give China an edge for the first time in the carrier race with its Asian rival, a literal two-to-one advantage. After decommissioning the INS Viraat earlier ...

China's first aircraft carrier has successfully completed its maiden sea trials and returned to a shipyard for further refurbishing, the Chinese Defence Ministry said on Wednesday. The 1,000-feet vessel is designed to carry 26 aircraft and 24 helicopters.