WZ-7
WZ-7
Surveillance & Reconnaissance Airplanes
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
WZ-7
Designation
WZ-7
Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Surveillance & Reconnaissance Airplanes
Manufacturer
Guizhou Aircraft Industry Corporation
Date of Introduction
2021
Description
The WZ-7 is a high altitude reconnaissance drone developed by China to perform border security and reconnaissance as well as maritime surveillance missions. The WZ-7 drone was unveiled by the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) at Airshow China 2021 along the J-16D electronic attack aircraft in September/October 2021. The jet-powered aircraft is equipped with a forward-looking radar and jamming system as well as communications data-link. In April 2023, the WZ-7 drone was deployed in support of maritime patrol operations in a role similar the US Navy MQ-4C Triton.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Surveillance & Reconnaissance Airplanes
Status
Active
Origin
China
Contractor
Guizhou Aircraft Industry Corporation
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
September 2021
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Crew
0
Number of Engines
1
Details
Country of Origin
China
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a004167
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (1)
China
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