Servicing jets with China's aid

Servicing jets with China’s aid

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KUALA LUMPUR: China could help Malaysia with technical matters concerning the Sukhoi Su-27 aircraft, the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) chief General Tan Sri Azizan Ariffin said yesterday.

He said the two countries were willing to co-operate on the matter.

“It is good for us to explore what they can offer us. It can be a reference point if we face problems with our aircraft in the future,” he said.

“This is especially so from a weapons, maintenance and support services perspective,” said Azizan, who visited China recently to meet his counterpart and the Chinese defence minister.

He said while China did not operate the MiG-29, the Sukhoi Su-27 and Su-30 were deployed in the republic.

“If we face problems with our jets, then we can refer to them (other than Russia),” he said.

Azizan said his visit to China was a success, adding that the country was eager to co-operate with Malaysia.

Meanwhile, Azizan said a number of activities had been lined up for the RMAF’s golden jubilee on June 1.

He said the RMAF will be holding an open day at the Subang Royal Malaysian Air Force base on that day.

“We will display many of the assets that we have there and the public can have a look at them. An airshow will also be held,” he said.

Among the aircraft that will perform on that day include the Sukhoi and the F/A-18D Hornets.