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The GJ-21 test aboard the Sichuan

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DevelopingNext check Oct 31: Further details or independently checkable evidence of the reported October GJ-21 shipboard operations, including launch and recovery methods and operational status.

Where it stands

As of October 30, 2026, China has reported that a GJ-21 drone took off from and landed on the Sichuan during an October test. The report does not provide independent confirmation or further details, so the reported flight and any immediate follow-up remain unverified.

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  1. Update 1China claims GJ-21 drone takeoff and landing on Sichuan

The story so far

  1. Update 1

    China claims GJ-21 drone takeoff and landing on Sichuan

    A reported GJ-21 takeoff and landing would mark a meaningful step for the new warship. The announcement leaves the launch method, recovery system and operational readiness unproven.

    What moved

    • The South China Morning Post relays Xinhua’s claim of successful GJ-21 takeoff and landing operations during October.

    Still open after this report

    • The precise operation date, location, launch and recovery methods, flight count and operating conditions remain undisclosed in that account.

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Who's involved

Organizations

  • People's Liberation Army Navymaritime service branch of the Chinese People's Liberation Army1 report

Places

  • ChinaChina1 report
  • ShanghaiShanghai, China1 report

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