Aviation observer Hurin92 posted on X early December 27, 2025, within the reporting window from 5:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. UTC, sharing hints that China's WS-15 fifth-generation engine and J-20A fighter jet have entered low-rate initial production (LRIP), accompanied by an image captioned "Almost there... :)." The post, dated referencing December 26, emerged during a three-hour period of monitored activity. Hurin92's update, sourced from https://x.com/Hurin92/status/2004825117659201920, stated "At least something for this 26th 🙌🏻 Hints that 5th gen engine WS15 and essentially J-20A now in LRIP." No official confirmation from Chinese authorities or manufacturers accompanied the social media claim during this window. The post represents the sole significant development in defense aviation monitoring over the three-hour period, with no additional sources or statements reported.
