Description
The Guizhou JL-9 is a military aircraft developed by Guizhou Aircraft Industry Corporation in China. Designed primarily as a trainer aircraft, it is also equipped for light attack missions. The development of the JL-9 began in the late 1980s, aiming to replace the aging trainer fleet of the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). It features a tandem-seat configuration and a low-wing design, providing stability and enhanced training capabilities. The JL-9 is deployed by the PLAAF and the Naval Aviation of the People's Liberation Army Navy for pilot training and combat readiness.