September 23, 2016

"Patrols in the South China Sea by Chinese Air Force jets have become a "regular" practice to improve their combat readiness, an air force spokesperson said on Thursday.

People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force spokesperson Shen Jinke was quoted by China News Service as saying that they sent H-6K bombers and other aircraft, including fighters, scouts and tankers to patrol islands and reefs in July.

The air force aims to simulate a combat environment over the sea, improve combat readiness against security threats and protect national sovereignty and security, Shen said."

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