China's aircraft carrier Fujian completes maiden sea trials
Updated: May 9, 2024 08:57Xinhua
An aerial drone photo taken on May 7, 2024 shows China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, during its maiden sea trials. China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, completed maiden sea trials on Wednesday. [Photo/Xinhua]
BEIJING, May 8 -- China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, returned to Shanghai Jiangnan Shipyard at around 3 p.m. Wednesday after completing its maiden sea trials.
During the eight-day sea trials, the Fujian tested its propulsion and electrical systems and other equipment, and achieved the expected results.
In the next stage, the aircraft carrier will conduct follow-up tests according to established plans.
An aerial drone photo taken on May 1, 2024 shows China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, during its maiden sea trials. [Photo/Xinhua]
An aerial drone photo taken on May 1, 2024 shows China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, during its maiden sea trials. [Photo/Xinhua]
A staff member performs manual meteorological detection on the deck of the Fujian, China's third aircraft carrier, on May 7, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]
This photo taken on May 3, 2024 shows China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, during its maiden sea trials. [Photo/Xinhua]
An aerial drone photo taken on May 1, 2024 shows China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, during its maiden sea trials. [Photo/Xinhua]
