Ready for the air parade at the 70th Anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory
After about 2 weeks of intensive training, the flight crews of Regiment 916, Division 371, Regiment 930, Division 372 and Regiment 917, Division 370 (Air Defense - Air Force, Ministry of National Defense) are ready for the parade to serve the 70th Anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory.
Before each flight, the staff and technicians of the regiments and the staff and engineers of the Aircraft Engine Research Department, Air Defense - Air Force Technical Institute were present at the parking area very early. Each aircraft was thoroughly checked to ensure good operation.
Despite many difficulties such as: Dien Bien Phu terrain is located in a basin, surrounded by high mountains; some pilots participated in flying activities in this area for the first time, but with the highest determination, the formation training flights of the 3 divisions at Dien Bien Phu airport all took place with absolute safety, meeting the requirements.
According to the plan for the celebration, the air force consisting of 12 helicopters (9 official, 2 reserve and one search and rescue) flying the Party flag and the national flag will fly over the Provincial Stadium and the surrounding areas of Dien Bien Phu City. The flight formations maintain an altitude of 300m or less, when passing the Provincial Stadium, the altitude will decrease to 150m and the flight speed will be 120km/h. Up to now, the joint training work has been basically completed, accurately and safely, ensuring the preliminary rehearsal, general rehearsal and the official parade and march.
Some pictures of the preparation and training of the air force:
