An airfield, buildings, and structures are seen on the artificial island built by China in Mischief Reef in Spratly Islands, South China Sea, on Oct. 25, 2022. Ezra Acayan/Getty Images
China is constructing what could be the world’s largest man-made island airport, raising concerns in Japan and South Korea about its potential for military use. China watchers are questioning whether this project will be a groundbreaking success or a costly endeavor.
Stephen Xia, a former PLA engineer, specialized in aviation equipment and engineering technology management. Since retiring from military service, he has been following the world's development of military equipment.
