By Photo.chinamil.com.cn-Globaltimes.cn, Published: 2015-06-11 14:40:32
Any mention of the Air Force may conjure up images in one’s mind of piloting a jet over a snow-covered plateau. If you join PLA Air Force, that image can become a reality.
Editor's Note:
As part of their latest online recruitment campaign, China’s PLA posted a number of photo series showing life in different branches of the armed forces, the first of which comes courtesy of the Air Force. Photos: photo.chinamil.com.cn
You can fly into the blue. figcaption >
You can help refuel the jets of your comrades. figcaption >
Pilot Jiang Jiaji brings a jet to the takeoff line. All successful takeoffs are the result of countless hours of practice. figcaption >
To be a pilot is a dream of many young girls. Female pilot Tao Jiali flies a J-10 fighter. figcaption >
Pilots must keep a clear head during their training. Jiang Jiaji trains in counter maneuvers for engaging with enemy aircraft. figcaption >
Flying over the Tiananmen Square during the National Day parade would be a highlight of your life. figcaption >
A jet cannot fly high safely without rigorous mechanical inspections. figcaption >
The Air Force also offers exciting careers as an aviation mechanic. figcaption >
Writing letters home may be a tearful experience. figcaption >
But you will become stronger through training with your fellow soldiers. figcaption >
You will overcome fears. figcaption >
You have to be always ready for an emergency. figcaption >
Feel pride and fearlessness while taking part in parachuting drills. figcaption >
You may have the chance to take part in joint drills with troops from other countries. figcaption >
You can improve yourself by communicating with foreign soldiers. figcaption >
You may have heated arguments with your comrades about technical problems that will strengthen your skills and friendships. figcaption >
You can learn to perform acrobatics at air shows. figcaption >
Not all soldiers become pilots. Some perform important work on the ground, such as bird-repellers, who prevent bird strikes from occurring during takeoffs. figcaption >
Fellow soldiers guard the Ganbala Station in Tibet, the highest manually operated radar station in the world. figcaption >
Soldiers must keep jets clean no matter the weather. figcaption >
After training, soldiers let of steam with a game of tug-of-war. figcaption >
Psychological exercises keeps soldiers relaxed and centered during the intense training. figcaption >
Sunset marks the end of a hard day lived to the fullest. figcaption >
What are you waiting for? Join the PLA Air Force now! figcaption >