A two-seat fighter trainer plane developed by China makes its maiden flight in Chengdu in southwest China's Sichuan Province yesterday. The JF-17B, which was developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China, stayed in the air for about 26 minutes. The company said that the plane has a dual role. It can be used for training in peacetime and can also be used in combat missions during times of war. (Photo/Xinhua)