China built full-size models of US warships and aircraft to hone its missiles
China has constructed full-scale replicas of US warships, aircraft, and Taiwanese government buildings in remote desert locations. These models are being used to train military forces and test long-range weapons systems in preparation for potential conflict.
Why it matters
The construction of these targets signals an escalation in military readiness and a specific focus on neutralizing US and Taiwanese assets.
At remote sites, China has built an array of replicas that allow its troops and engineers to train to attack Taiwan and the US military. Vantor / Telegraph China has built an array of replica ships, aircraft and bases in its desert expanse. New images show an extensive buildup of targets and a focus on the US and Taiwan. One former military official said the scale of this training was "unprecedented." China is not just building replicas of US warships. Satellite images analyzed by The Telegraph — a member of the Axel Springer Global Reporters Network that includes Business Insider — reveal it is also building models of fighter jets, naval bases and Taiwanese presidential buildings.
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