Breathtaking performances by China's aerobatic teams thrill thousands at Zhuhai Airshow

Breathtaking aerobatic performances by China's aerobatic teams captivated crowds on the first public day of the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, on Friday.

The first public day attracted about 115,000 visitors, both domestic and international, eager to witness the aviation displays. The aircraft of China's Bayi Aerobatic Team and Red Falcon Aerobatic Team once again took to the sky and showcased impressive flying maneuvers against the backdrop of the blue sky.

The six J-10C fighters of China's Bayi Aerobatic Team flipped and pranced in the air, trailing colored smokes in a graceful and agile manner, which required pilots' tacit cooperation and precise operation.

"We have to always maintain the formation and keep an eye on the lead aircraft. Pilots in two-seater aircraft will remind each other of status, altitude and speed to ensure the normal execution of the maneuvers of our six aircraft," said Zhang Chunlei, pilot of China's Bayi Aerobatic Team.

"I am very happy to come to the Zhuhai air show and watch a lot of aerobatic performances. My favorite is the performance of the Bayi Aerobatic Team. I think they have particularly tacit cooperation," said a visitor to the air show.

"When each of our domestically produced fighter jets roars over us, I feel really excited and very proud," said a visitor to the air show.

China's Red Falcon Aerobatic Team entered the playing ground by placing its aircraft in a flying geese formation.

Afterwards, the aircraft worked closely, changed into different formations, and showed off intricate maneuvers.

"We strive for perfection in every detail, so that we can present flawless maneuvers while ensuring safety," said Cheng Yijun, pilot of China's Red Falcon Aerobatic Team.

In addition to the wonderful flight performances, the exhibition area is also eye-catching because of the advanced fighters and drones on display.

"After visiting the drone exhibition area at the air show, I deeply feel that scientific and technological progress has brought tremendous changes to our work, especially in fields such as maritime law enforcement and emergency rescue. The use of new technologies will greatly improve efficiency," said Yang Shuaidong, a China Coast Guard officer.

"Through the visit and study, we can see the rapid development of China's aerospace industry. We must continue to improve our law enforcement capabilities and standards and make greater contributions to safeguarding the country's maritime rights and interests and maritime security," said Chen Bo, another China Coast Guard officer.

The air show will run till Sunday.

Breathtaking performances by China's aerobatic teams thrill thousands at Zhuhai Airshow

Breathtaking performances by China's aerobatic teams thrill thousands at Zhuhai Airshow

Russia is ready to negotiate and settle peacefully all the problems arising in recent years, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday at an expanded meeting of the Russian Defense Ministry board.

At the meeting, Putin also slammed the West for initiating the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

"We, as before, are ready to negotiate and are ready to resolve all the problems that have arisen in recent years peacefully," Putin said.

The Russian leader did not specify the exact nature of these problems but blamed the West for the escalation of the 2022 conflict.

"It wasn't us who started the war in 2022. It was the destructive forces in Ukraine, supported by the West. In essence, the West itself unleashed this war. We are only trying to end it," he asserted.

Noting that the previous U.S. administration had deliberately steered the situation toward armed confrontation, Putin said that Russia is currently engaged in dialogue with the current U.S. administration, and expressed his hope for similar talks with Europe.

On the future development of the Russian military, the president emphasized the necessity of maintaining technological superiority.

He outlined it as a key task that the Russian army must continue to remain at the forefront of technological progress, which necessitates the rapid introduction of robotics, information technology, and new materials into the military, as well as the expanded use of artificial intelligence technologies in control systems and autonomous combat systems.

Putin says Russia ready to negotiate peaceful settlement of all problems arising in recent years