China’s new 'eyes in sky': How KJ-3000 is building Beijing’s airborne surveillance edge

China's introduction of the KJ-3000 airborne early warning aircraft marks a significant leap forward in its aerial surveillance capabilities, equipped with advanced digital radar and derived from the Y-20B transport plane. This new aircraft bolsters Beijing's extensive surveillance network, which already includes over 60 KJ-500 aircraft. As the US military struggles with modernization, China's rapid advancements in airborne battle management could dramatically alter the global airpower dynamics, raising concerns about regional security and military balance.