Official footage confirms the Jing Lei-1 air-launched ballistic missile mounted on a Chinese H-6N bomber during an anti-ship exercise.
Key facts
- •The footage was featured in the documentary 'Securing Victory' on CCTV.
- •The H-6N bomber was shown carrying the missile during a joint anti-ship exercise.
- •The Jing Lei-1 is described as the final piece of China's nuclear triad.
- •The missile was previously displayed during a military parade in September.
- •The documentary was released as part of celebrations for the PLA's 99th anniversary.
The People’s Liberation Army has released official footage of a Jing Lei-1 air-launched ballistic missile mounted on an H-6N bomber. The imagery appeared in the final episode of the documentary 'Securing Victory,' which aired on state broadcaster CCTV to mark the PLA's 99th anniversary on August 1.
Missile and Bomber Capabilities
The Jing Lei-1, which translates to 'startling thunder,' is considered the final component of China's nuclear triad. It is designed to provide strategic bombers with a long-range, air-based deterrent capability. While CCTV did not explicitly name the weapon in the documentary, military observers identified it as the Jing Lei-1 based on its size and profile.
Official Confirmation
Although photos of the missile have previously circulated online, the documentary footage provides the first official confirmation of the weapon being loaded onto a bomber in a combat-ready status. The missile previously made a public appearance during a military parade in September.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by South China Morning Post.
