A TERRIFYING Chinese stealth drone has been spotted on a major test flight.
The high-altitude UAV's precise purpose is currently unknown.
According to the South China Morning Post , the drone could be a CH-7 stealth drone.
It is believed to be undergoing test flights in images widely circulated around social media.
The picture hows the aircraft in flight from the rear as it appears to be coming into land.
The slimline drone is a chilling reminder of China's growing military capability.
Its landing gear is down in the photo, suggesting it's likely in the process of touching down.
According to state broadcaster CCTV: "The CH-7 is a stealth high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) developed by China .
"Featuring a flying-wing design, it boasts strong low-observa