China provides support to foreign air fleets in SCO drill

A Chinese supporting staff (center) assists foreign air troops to prepare for the first flight training of Peace Mission-2014. [Photo: screenshot from CNTV.cn]

Chinese authorities are helping foreign air fleets to prepare for a joint anti-terror military drill in Inner Mongolia, Peace Mission 2014.

Li Lei is a company commander and a member of the support team, helping to ensure the success of the exercise.

"We mainly provide electricity to their aircraft, and aeration to every aircraft system, using power vans and air-conditioned coaches. The aeration will help provide an environment, under suitable temperature, for every aircraft component and part, and extend their life span."

With Chinese support, foreign air fleets have been conducting examination and maintenance work on their aircraft to prepare for flight training.

"China has provided high-level technical support, and they emphasize the supporting work very much. There're no difficulties or obstacles in working with them. They did a good job." A technician from the Russian Air Force said.

The drill will kick off on Friday.

Conducted under the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the Peace Mission-2014 drill involves over 7000 troops from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.