"The way in which the J-20 was unveiled also reflects China’s use and control of information technology to support national interests. The test airfield is located in the city of Chengdu and is not secure, with many public viewing points. Photography is technically forbidden, but reports suggest that patrols have been permitting the use of cell phone cameras."
interesting.
On a slightly tangential note, I wonder if the Chinese are going to attain sophisticated manned aerial capabilities just in time to have it completely superseded by American UAV capabilities which aren't constrained by having to contain human meat bags....
http://wiredforwar.pwsinger.com/
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Yes. And they're not shy about it either.
"The way in which the J-20 was unveiled also reflects China’s use and control of information technology to support national interests. The test airfield is located in the city of Chengdu and is not secure, with many public viewing points. Photography is technically forbidden, but reports suggest that patrols have been permitting the use of cell phone cameras."
http://taosecurity.blogspot.com/2011/01/more-on-chinese-stea...
interesting. On a slightly tangential note, I wonder if the Chinese are going to attain sophisticated manned aerial capabilities just in time to have it completely superseded by American UAV capabilities which aren't constrained by having to contain human meat bags.... http://wiredforwar.pwsinger.com/