An aerial drone photo shows China's third aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian (Hull 18) during its maiden sea trial. The aircraft carrier completed its maiden sea trial on May 8, 2024. (Photo by Ding Ziyu)
SHANGHAI, May 8 -- China's third aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian (Hull 18) returned to Shanghai Jiangnan Shipyard on Wednesday afternoon after completing its eight-day maiden sea trial.
During the sea trial, the aircraft carrier tested its propulsion and electrical systems and other equipment, and achieved the expected results.
In the next stage, PLANS Fujian will conduct follow-up tests according to established plans.
An aerial drone photo shows China's third aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian (Hull 18) during its maiden sea trial. The aircraft carrier completed its maiden sea trial on May 8, 2024. (Photo by Ding Ziyu)
Sailors assigned to China's third aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian (Hull 18) conduct maiden sea trial. The aircraft carrier completed its maiden sea trial on May 8, 2024. (Photo by Pu Haiyang)
An aerial drone photo shows China's third aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian (Hull 18) during its maiden sea trial. The aircraft carrier completed its maiden sea trial on May 8, 2024. (Photo by Pu Haiyang)
An aerial drone photo shows China's third aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian (Hull 18) during its maiden sea trial. The aircraft carrier completed its maiden sea trial on May 8, 2024. (Photo by Pu Haiyang)