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PLA Airlifts 12th Heavy Combined-Arms Brigade Using Y-20 Aircraft

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The People's Liberation Army (PLA) has successfully airlifted the 12th Heavy Combined-Arms Brigade using Y-20 transport aircraft, demonstrating enhanced strategic airlift capabilities. This operation, involving the 2nd and 6th battalions, aims to ensure rapid reinforcement in Tibet amid potential regional tensions. The PLA's focus on airlift capabilities marks a significant transition from theoretical planning to active deployment.

PLA Airlifts 12th Heavy Combined-Arms Brigade Using Y-20 Aircraft
Jan 30, 2026, 6:22 AM

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