Dangerous maneuvers in the air from a Chinese fighter plane

In a written statement from INDO-PACOM, “On May 26, 2023, a PRC J-16 fighter pilot conducted an unduly aggressive maneuver during reconnaissance against a US Air Force RC-135 aircraft. USA. “The Chinese pilot flew right in front of the RC-135’s nose, causing the American plane to stay in the tail turbulence.”

In the statement, it was said that the US RC-135 aircraft carried out safe and routine operations in international airspace over the South China Sea in accordance with international law.

The United States will continue to fly, float, and operate safely and responsibly where international law allows. We expect all countries in the Indo-Pacific region to use international airspace safely and in accordance with international law. (AA)