J-10C's PL-15 Missile: A Game Changer in Air Combat

J-10C Fighter Jet Successfully Downs Rafale in Simulated Exercise: A Detailed Analysis Malaysia - A recent simulation exercise demonstrated the capabilities of the Chinese J-10C fighter jet and its PL-15 air-to-air missile. The exercise showcased the effectiveness of the missile's mid-course correction system, guided by data links from an early warning aircraft. Experts hailed this as a significant advancement in air combat technology. The simulation involved a J-10C fighter jet successfully intercepting and destroying a Rafale fighter jet. The video analysis details the process, starting with the detection of the target by the ZDK-03 early warning aircraft. This data was then relayed to the J-10C, which subsequently launched the PL-15 missile. "The PL-15's mid-course correction is a game changer," said a military analyst who reviewed the video. "It significantly increases the missile's accuracy and effectiveness, even against highly maneuverable targets." The successful simulation highlighted the importance of integrated air defense systems and the technological advancements in modern air combat. The ability of the PL-15 to receive real-time updates from the early warning aircraft demonstrates a significant leap in precision strike capabilities.