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[CCTV report]

Air show marks PLA Air Force's 60th Anniversary

China's People's Liberation Army's Air Force has staged an air show in Beijing. The Air Force's aerobatic team and paratroopers put on a dazzling aerial display amid clear skies. CCTV reporter takes a look at the much-anticipated event marking the 60th anniversary of the founding of the PLA Air Force.

The PLA Air Force displayed an array of spectacular maneuvers in a showcase of China's defensive might.

Sunday's air show was conducted by two types of fighter jets - the J-7 and J-10.

The air show was also a farewell for six J-7GB fighter jets, which are due to be retired. Full story >>