China has taken a major step forward in its naval modernisation drive with the first sea trials of its new Type 076 amphibious assault ship Sichuan, widely regarded as the country’s first-ever drone carrier. Over a three-day trial period, CCTV reported that the vessel successfully demonstrated propulsion reliability and power system stability, meeting all expected performance parameters before returning to the Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard.
The Sichuan’s debut comes shortly after the commissioning of the Fujian aircraft carrier, China’s first carrier equipped with electromagnetic catapult technology. Together, the Fujian and Sichuan represent a new generation of fully indigenous naval platforms showcasing the PLA Navy’s accelerating push toward advanced maritime capabilities.
The Type 076 stands out for its integration of electromagnetic catapults and arresting gear, allowing the launch and recovery of fixed-wing drones—particularly the stealthy GJ-11 UAV intended for reconnaissance and precision strikes. With a displacement exceeding 40,000 tonnes, the ship marks a major upgrade from the Type 075 class, offering expanded command capacity for drones, fighters, landing craft, and amphibious operations.
Expected to enter full service by late 2026, the Sichuan will continue phased sea trials as construction progresses. Its capabilities are likely to hold significant implications for future missions across regional flashpoints, signalling China’s growing ambition to dominate drone-centric naval warfare.
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