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Taiwan Drills to Keep Fighters Flying

2 sources · first reported 4d ago

via Businessinsider

Taiwan is conducting drills to ensure its interceptor fighters can continue to fly despite potential attacks on its runways, which are located about 90 miles from mainland China. The country's Mirage 2000-5s are its primary interceptor aircraft.

Why it matters

The drills highlight Taiwan's efforts to maintain its air defense capabilities in the face of potential threats from China. The proximity of Taiwan's airbases to mainland China makes them vulnerable to attack.

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