Wen Yuzhu, 80, points to his unfinished replica of China's first aircraft carrier Liaoning in Qingdao, Shandong Province on March 5. Wen said he has worked on the 12-meter long model for a month as a gift for his grandson. Photo: CFP/news.163.com

Wen boards his mini aircraft carrier on a beach near Huiquan Road in Qingdao, Shandong Province on March 5. Photo: CFP/haiwainet.cn

Built on top of a small wooden boat, the 1:25-scale replica includes a wooden deck with painted airstrip. Wen explained he would complete construction after the next high tide. Photo: CFP/haiwainet.cn

Passers-by take a peak at the aircraft carrier model in Qingdao, Shandong Province on March 5. Photo: CFP/haiwainet.cn