https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-launches-gj-21-drone-from-first-type-076-warship-sichuan-state-mediaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-launches-gj-21-drone-from-first-type-076-warship-sichuan-state-mediahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-launches-gj-21-drone-from-first-type-076-warship-sichuan-state-media#u172797Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:55:23 +0000China has executed the first takeoff and landing of a GJ-21 stealth reconnaissance and strike drone from the Type 076 amphibious assault ship Sichuan, according to state media and a navy source. The milestone makes the Sichuan the world's first catapult-capable drone carrier, featuring an electromagnetic catapult and arresting system. The achievement indicates the Chinese Navy can now operate fixed-wing stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicles from large maritime combat platforms, marking a notable advancement in amphibious assault ship development.Why it mattersThe Type 076 warship Sichua