AVIC I unveiled China's first indigenously developed modern after burning turbojet fighter engine at the show. The Kunlun II is designed to power Chinese air force J-7 and J-8 fighters and has a thrust-to-weight ratio of about 7:1. Designed by Shenyang Engine Design, the 17,500lb-thrust (78kN) powerplant has cooled turbine blades, an annular combustion chamber and digital anti-surge and condition monitoring systems.
Source: Flight International
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