Ever thought an aircraft could carry more than just cargo? This week, the Chinese mainland's Y-20 transport plane from the PLA Air Force ✈️ took off for South Korea, carrying 30 Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) martyrs from the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-1953). These brave volunteers sacrificed everything, and now they're finally on their way home.
And what's cooler? Deployed by the PLA Air Force, four J-20 stealth fighters will escort the transport back into Chinese mainland airspace. Think of them as bodyguards in the sky 😎🛡️. When the Y-20 flew over Tian'anmen Square during the 80th anniversary of the victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, it was all about paying respects—and this mission is no different.
Pilot Zhou Han said the mission is about remembering history and honoring the fallen heroes. And honestly, in our fast-paced world, a reminder to pause and salute the past is pretty powerful ✌️❤️.
On Friday, South Korea authorities will hand over the remains and personal items of these 30 martyrs. It’s a solemn moment where cutting-edge aviation tech meets deep respect for history. Whether you’re tracking flights on your phone or browsing the latest headlines, this mission shows how tech and tradition can fly together 🕊️.
Stay tuned for more updates on this aerial tribute that literally brings history back to life.
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China's Y-20 departs for S. Korea to repatriate CPV martyrs' remains
cgtn.com
