Chinese fighter jet formations will simulate ‘real-war scenario’ during military fly-past
Warplanes from the air force, navy and army will fly in formations highlighting their joint combat operations, according to state media
The huge Victory Day parade will be held in the heart of Beijing on September 3 to mark 80 years since the end of World War II after Japan’s surrender.
Fighter jets will fly in formations simulating a “real-war scenario” and highlighting their joint combat operations, according to the Xinhua report on Monday.
It said the aircraft on show would have capabilities ranging from early warning and command to precision strikes, and the formations would involve a mix of fighter jets with visible weapon payloads showing the integration of their systems across the three services.
Many of the warplanes taking part will be appearing in a PLA parade for the first time and include newly developed combat aircraft that Xinhua described as “cutting-edge assets for high-end warfare”.
It said the display would “fully reflect the latest level of development of China’s advanced weaponry, and demonstrate the confidence and strength of the people’s military to deter strong enemies and secure victory in the skies”.
