July 10, 2026

A widely circulated video on social media has offered a full view of China's new Type 076 amphibious assault ship Sichuan, showing work on its electromagnetic catapult, arresting gear and flight-deck markings has been completed. A Chinese expert told the Global Times that construction of the Sichuan and its overall outfitting process have progressed rapidly, and the vessel is expected to be delivered soon in the near future.

The video, which was published by china.cnr.com, opens with an aerial view of the Sichuan's entire flight deck. The massive vessel, with a full-load displacement of more than 40,000 tons, features a twin-island superstructure and a full-length flight deck. All deck markings have been completed, while its electromagnetic catapult and arresting gear are already in place.

Song Zhongping, a military affairs expert, told the Global Times on Friday that the Sichuan's construction and overall development have advanced rapidly, and its delivery is not far off. He attributed the accelerated progress to China's accumulated technological expertise and operational experience from the Type 075 amphibious assault ships and the electromagnetic catapult system aboard the country's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian. 

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