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China's WZ-9 'Divine Eagle' UAV Spotted in Flight, Operates at 18,000 Meters, Designed for Anti-Stealth Missions

Dec 28, 2024, 09:02 AM

China's WZ-9 'Divine Eagle,' a large early-warning unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), was spotted in flight, indicating its potential use for anti-stealth missions. The WZ-9 is designed to detect low-visibility targets, including aircraft equipped with stealth technology. Reports suggest that this UAV can operate at high altitudes, reaching up to 18,000 meters, and is being developed as a radar system to counter stealth targets. The WZ-9 is noted to be one of the world's largest drones, emphasizing China's advancements in military drone technology.