Harrier jump-jet hovers above an aircraft carrier deck. Its pilot relies on automated stability systems in order to control the aircraft. (Image is taken from U. S. Navy's Web site.)

"The Invincible is relatively small, an old design and is built to serve the Harrier jump-jet - it is really hard to see the value beyond the scrap iron in this deal for the Chinese," Li said.

No one likes jet lag. We get off a flight feeling wrinkled and exhausted and then head into a day full of meetings or jump full swing into a vacation.