Aircraft carrier Fujian sets out for maiden sea trials
The nation's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, on Wednesday conducted maiden sea trials. The Fujian, the most advanced aircraft carrier yet, left Shanghai Jiangnan Shipyard at about 8am to conduct trials to test the reliability and stability of its propulsion and electrical systems. First shown to the public in June 2022, the Fujian was entirely designed and built domestically. The aircraft carrier is larger and technologically more advanced than the Shandong, commissioned in 2019, and the Liaoning, which China bought second-hand from Ukraine and refitted domestically. Since its launch in June 2022, the Fujian has completed its mooring trials, outfitting work and equipment adjustments. (Additional reporting by Xinhua)