The Shenyang J-8 (Chinese: 歼-8; NATO reporting name: Finback) is a family of interceptor aircraft developed by the 601 Institute (Shenyang) in the People's Republic of China (PRC). It was conceived in the early 1960s as a low-risk program based on enlarging the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 F, a version of which the PRC was producing as the Chengdu ...

The Shenyang J-8 (Jian-8; NATO reporting name: Finback; Chinese: 歼-8) is a high-speed, high-altitude Chinese-built single-seat interceptor fighter aircraft.

The J-8 Directorate develops capabilities, conducts studies, analysis, and assessments, and evaluates plans, programs, and strategies for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Jul 8, 2022 · Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Shenyang (AVIC) J-8 / J-8 II (Finback) Multirole / Fighter-Bomber Aircraft including pictures.

Sep 19, 2009 · Shenyang (SAIG) J-8 and F-8 'Finback' history, specifications, schematics, pictures, and data.

The Shenyang J-8 was a domestically-built high-speed, high-altitude, single-seat Chinese interceptor fighter jet in 1980. It was designed by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation Design Institute for its primary users, the People’s Liberation Army Air Force, and the People’s Liberation Army Naval Air Force.

The Shenyang J-8 (Finback) is a high-speed, high-altitude Chinese-built single-seat interceptor fighter aircraft. In this video I will introduce you Shenyang J-8, China's first domestic fighter...

Fifty years after its first flight, and thirty nine years after it entered service, the J-8 is set to remain in service with the PLA Air Force for many years to come. The interceptor was China first full attempt at a modern indigenous jet for air to air combat, and will continue to retain a special place in PLA history as a result.

In the Chinese Air Force realm, one fighter jet stands out as a legend – the J-8 fighter. Its journey from conception to combat readiness spans over a decade, marked by trials, setbacks, and eventual triumphs.

Developed by Design Institute 601 and the Shenyang Aircraft Factory, the J-8’s design of focused around five aspects: high altitude, high speed, extended range, high climb rate, and enhanced fire...