--- title: Shenyang J-15 slug: shenyang-j-15-afb88 url: /detay/shenyang-j-15-afb88 type: article language: English entity: primary: Shenyang J-15 type: article categories: - name: Aviation And Space slug: havacilik-ve-uzay url: /kategori/havacilik-ve-uzay - name: Vehicles And Transportation Technologies slug: tasitlar-ve-ulasim-teknolojileri url: /kategori/tasitlar-ve-ulasim-teknolojileri - name: Defense Industry Technologies slug: savunma-sanayi-teknolojileri url: /kategori/savunma-sanayi-teknolojileri tags: - J-15 - Shenyang J-15 - Shenyang author: Arif Zahid Yüksel created_at: 2025-10-19T09:30:22.236898+03:00 updated_at: 2025-11-26T17:40:28.446254+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/10/19/MGcJn0ZpKfDsxdh4stWZ8teqXvnw39hk.png --- # Shenyang J-15 ## KURE Information Cards ![resim_2025-10-19_093604483.png](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/10/19/qzZQsqfOrUOKPKseMHLxuaq7o7veadGA.png) *Shenyang J-15* | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Range(s) | 3.500 km | | Engine(s) | 2 x Shenyang WS-10H turbofan engines | | Origin(s) | China (Shenyang Aircraft Corporation) | | First Flight(s)(Text) | 2009 | | Category(ies) | Carrier-Based Multirole Fighter Aircraft | | Maximum Take-Off Weight | 32.500 kg | | Maximum Speed | Mach 2.4 (approximately 2,940 km/h) | | Crew | 1 or 2 persons | | Service Entry | Early 2010s | ## Article Content The [Shenyang J-15](/en/detay/shenyang-j-15-09f74/llms.txt) is an all-weather, twin-engine, multirole, carrier-based fighter aircraft developed by the Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (SAC) for the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy. Referred to as "Flanker-X2" in Western sources, the J-15 is known by the nickname "Flying Shark." It is a modernized version of the Russian-made [Su-33](/en/detay/sukhoi-su-30-0e34f/llms.txt) fighter and constitutes the main air power of China's aircraft carrier fleets. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/08/16/AR9ULJOCUUPhRQMS5VKypWxTrNTF5VBq.png) *Shenyang J-15 (New China TV)* ### **Design and Development** The development process for the J-15 began with China reverse-engineering an unfinished Soviet Su-33 prototype (T-10K-3) acquired from Ukraine. Chinese engineers used the aerodynamic characteristics of this prototype as a base and integrated domestically acquired technologies, avionics systems, and radar technology from the [J-11B](/en/detay/f-16-fighting-falcon-731e9/llms.txt) program to create the J-15. The aircraft's design features a stronger fuselage than the J-11, increased wing area, and strengthened landing gear and a tail hook, which are mandatory for carrier operations. The J-15 prototype conducted its maiden flight in 2009. In 2012, it successfully completed landing and take-off tests on the aircraft carrier *Liaoning*, proving its suitability for carrier operations. The canard (small forewing) and fly-by-wire (electronic flight control) system in the aircraft's design increase its maneuverability. ### **Engine and Improvements** Early versions of the J-15 used Russian-made Saturn AL-31F turbofan engines. However, to reduce reliance on foreign motor supply, China aimed to use the domestically developed **WS-10H Taihang** turbofan engines in this aircraft. Each of these engines produces approximately 132 kN (29,700 lbf) of thrust. Imagery released towards the end of 2022 confirmed that the operational versions of the J-15 were fitted with domestically produced WS-10 engines. This development is considered an indicator of the progress China has made in aviation engine technology. [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIudO13ijDw) *Shenyang J-15 (New China TV)* ### **Technical Specifications** The J-15 is a fighter aircraft that can carry a wide range of weapons and demonstrates high performance for multirole missions. - **Category:** Carrier-Based Multirole Fighter Aircraft - **Origin:** China (Shenyang Aircraft Corporation) - **Empty Weight:** 17,500 kg - **Maximum Take-off Weight:** 32,500 kg - **Engines:** 2 x Shenyang WS-10H turbofan engines (2 x Saturn AL-31F in early versions) - **Maximum Speed:** Mach 2.4 (approximately 2,940 km/h) - **Range:** 3,500 km - **Armament:** In addition to a fuselage-integrated 30 mm cannon, it can carry various ordnance on 12 underwing hardpoints. This ordnance includes PL-12, PL-8 air-to-air missiles, YJ-83K anti-ship missiles, and guided and unguided bombs. ### **Operational Role and Usage** The Shenyang J-15 is the primary fighter aircraft aboard the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy's Liaoning and Shandong aircraft carriers. The aircraft provides air defense for the carriers and undertakes strike missions against ground and naval targets. Due to the ski-jump (catapult-less) take-off system on the Liaoning and Shandong carriers, the J-15 cannot take off with a full fuel and ordnance load. This limits the aircraft's range and weapon carrying capacity. Despite this, the J-15 plays a vital role in China's projection of air power over the ocean and serves as a transition platform for carriers equipped with the more modern CATOBAR (Catapult-Assisted Take-Off But Arrested Recovery) system. [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oi_Apiq3BMI) *Liaoning, J-15 jetleriyle tatbikat gerçekleştirdi (CGTN)* ### **Launch System and Limitations** The J-15 is launched using the STOBAR (Short Take-Off But Arrested Recovery) system present on China's in-service aircraft carriers. In this system, the aircraft takes off from a "ski-jump" ramp. However, this method prevents the aircraft from taking off with a full fuel and weapon load, which limits the J-15's operational range and combat effectiveness. ### **Weapon Systems** The J-15 possesses a powerful weapon system to execute a wide range of missions. In addition to a fuselage-integrated 30 mm cannon, it can carry various ordnance on 12 underwing hardpoints. This ordnance includes: - **Air-to-Air Missiles:** It conducts air superiority missions with the short-range infrared-guided **PL-8** and medium-range radar-guided **PL-12** missiles. - **Anti-Ship Missiles:** It can use the **YJ-83K** anti-ship missiles for strike missions against naval targets. - **Air-to-Ground Munitions:** It can carry guided and unguided bombs and rockets to conduct operations against ground targets. ## Academic Sources and References 1. Aero Corner. "Shenyang J-15." Accessed: October 19, 2025. https://aerocorner.com/aircraft/shenyang-j-15 2. CGTN. "Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning carries out drill with J-15 jets on board." YouTube. Accessed: October 19, 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oi\_Apiq3BMI 3. China.org.cn. "J-15 fighter jet test on Liaoning." China.org.cn. Accessed: October 19, 2025. http://www.china.org.cn/china/2013-03/02/content\_28109971.htm 4. Defense News. "Footage shows domestic engine on China’s J-15 fighter jet." Defense News. 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