# AESA Radar
Latest news and articles about AESA Radar
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A Legacy Under Pressure: Fatal B-52H Crash at Edwards AFB Signals Hard Realities for Aging Fleet
A B-52H strategic bomber serving as a modernization testbed crashed at Edwards Air Force Base, killing all eight people on board. The incident raises urgent questions about the safety of maintaining a 60-year-old fleet scheduled to fly until 2050.
Legacy Launchers, Modern Lethality: China Confirms Deployment of the HQ-16F Missile
The PLA has confirmed the active deployment of the HQ-16F, a sophisticated evolution of its medium-range air defense system featuring a 'clean-pole' design and side-thrust motors. While the missile offers significantly improved range and maneuverability, it remains housed in legacy 6-cell launchers to maintain logistical and cost efficiencies.
Tactical Assertiveness: How a Chinese J-10C Pilot Turned the Tables in a High-Stakes Aerial Duel
A PLAAF J-10C pilot successfully reversed a foreign radar lock during a maritime encounter, showcasing China's improved electronic warfare capabilities. The incident highlights the strategic importance of AESA radar and IRST systems in modernizing the PLA's tactical responses to foreign surveillance.