US arrests former air force pilot over collaborating with China
Financial Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Gerald Brown, a retired US Air Force fighter pilot, has been charged with illegally training Chinese military pilots without government approval, violating the Arms Export Control Act.
- Brown, who served 24 years and flew F-15, F-16, and F-35 jets, allegedly trained People's Liberation Army Air Force pilots in China from late 2023 to early 2026.
- The US Justice Department and FBI emphasize their commitment to protecting national security and holding accountable those who assist adversaries like China in military advancements.
- This case follows similar charges against Daniel Duggan, a former US Marine pilot accused of training Chinese pilots on aircraft carrier operations, highlighting ongoing concerns about PLA recruitment of Western military personnel.
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