What does it take to join the ranks of China's elite pilots? 🤔 Hundreds of aviation enthusiasts got a front-row seat to find out at the PLA Air Force Open Day in Changchun, Jilin Province, where roaring fighter jets and hands-on activities turned dreams into (simulated) reality! 🚀
Flight Demos That’ll Make Your Jaw Drop
Visitors witnessed stunning aerial acrobatics by J-10 fighter jets – think Top Gun-level maneuvers minus the Hollywood drama. CGTN reporters captured heart-pounding loops and precision formations that had crowds snapping TikTok-worthy videos. 📸
From Sims to Squadrons
Aspiring pilots tested their skills in flight simulators, while PLA officers shared insights on training programs. 'It’s not just about reflexes,' explained one instructor. 'We look for discipline, physics mastery, and unwavering patriotism.' 🇨🇳
Youth-Centric Vibes
The event’s #AviationDreams zone let teens try VR dogfights and chat with fresh-faced pilots – a genius move to inspire Gen Z. One 16-year-old attendee beamed: 'This beats any career fair!' ✨
