China Tests "Drone Carrier" for Mass Swarm Attacks

China has tested a new type of aircraft designed to launch large groups of drones. The system, called the Jiutian, is described as a "drone carrier." The test flight occurred this month in Shaanxi Province. It signals a move toward a new military tactic: long-range swarm warfare. This tactic uses large numbers of drones to attack a target all at once. Military analysts call this a "saturation attack." The goal is to overwhelm defenses with quantity, not just advanced stealth technology. Potential targets for such swarms could include Taiwan, US Navy warships, and key airbases across the Pacific. These bases are often far from mainland defenses, making them vulnerable. The Jiutian represents a significant step in China's development of airborne swarm technology.