The officers and men of the Chinese Air Force participating in the "Airborne Platoon" project of the "International Military Competition-2020" arrive in Russia
Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, August 6 (Gao Yujiao, Shuai Shaopeng) On August 6, Beijing time, officers and soldiers of the Airborne Troops of the Chinese Air Force who participated in the "International Military Competition-2020" "Airborne Platoon" project arrived at Moscow Airport by military transport aircraft.
Most of the 32 officers and soldiers participating in this competition are participating for the first time. After completing the nucleic acid test in Moscow, they will go to the venue in the Pskov region to prepare for the competition.
"Airborne troops from all countries compete on the same field. They can learn from each other to further test their skills and tactics. They can also deepen military exchanges and cooperation and enhance friendship." Team leader Zhao Dongsheng said that since receiving the mission, participating officers and soldiers have been actively preparing for the training and improving Training methods and innovative group training methods have set off an upsurge in training troops.
This is the sixth consecutive year that the Chinese Air Force paratroopers have participated in this event. Compared with the past, this year's competition courses have added unarmed combat courses on the basis of the individual biathlon, chariot relay, and fixed-point parachuting. In addition, participating officers and soldiers will use Russian chariots for the first time.
It is understood that the "International Military Games-2020" "Airborne Platoon" project will kick off on August 23.