PLA scientists propose a plan to destroy US carrier groups from 3,000km away

Chinese defense scientists have developed a detailed plan to destroy US carrier groups from 3,000 kilometers away, a distance that places US assets like Guam beyond the reach of most conventional missiles. The research, published in the journal Tactical Missile Technology by a team from the National University of Defence Technology in Nanjing, offers a step-by-step guide for engaging enemy carrier groups. Led by associate professor Gao Tianyun, the paper is titled “Research on the effectiveness of anti-ship missile swarm operation under distributed confrontation.”

For years, the US Navy has operated its large ships close to China, making them vulnerable to China's anti-access/area-denial weapons. These include mid-range ballistic missiles, hypersonic gliders, and cruise missile swarms. The new research suggests a strategy to counter US naval power even when its assets are dispersed and at a greater distance, such as in Guam, which is approximately 3,000 km from Shanghai. This approach highlights China's ongoing efforts to develop capabilities that can challenge US military dominance in the region.

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Research on the effectiveness of anti‑ship missile swarm operation under distributed confrontation