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China expands Y-20B transport aircraft fleet

China is expanding its Y-20B heavy transport aircraft fleet, an upgraded variant of the Y-20 with WS-20 turbofan engines. The Y-20B provides significantly improved range and payload over the initial Y-20A. Fleet growth enhances PLAAF strategic airlift and refuelling reach. The expansion reflects China's growing power projection ambitions.

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Y-20B

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