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China's PLA Navy overhauls pilot recruitment for carrier fleet expansion

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China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy is undergoing a significant transformation in its pilot recruitment and training strategies to support its expanding carrier fleet. The navy is shifting from relying on experienced aviators to recruiting directly from civilian universities and high school graduates, establishing a more permanent pipeline for specialized personnel. This change is crucial for operating advanced aircraft, such as the J-35 stealth fighter and KJ-600 early warning aircraft, on newer carriers like the Fujian, enabling the navy to project power further from its shores. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Gabriel Dominguez ·

    What China’s carrier recruitment drive says about PLA Navy’s long-term ambitions

    China’s aircraft carrier programme is entering a new phase as Beijing broadens its focus to improve the recruitment and training of the crews and pilots needed for operations far from the country’s home waters, according to a new report. The London-based International Institute f…

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