Republic of China Air Force - Wikipedia
WEBThe Republic of China Air Force (ROCAF; known historically as the Chinese Air Force [4] and colloquially as the Taiwanese Air Force) is the military aviation branch of the Republic of China Armed Forces, based in Taiwan since 1947. The ROCAF was founded in 1920 by the Kuomintang.
Active Taiwan Air Force Aircraft (2024) - Military Factory
WEBCurrent aircraft of the Taiwanese Air Force including attack, bomber, cargo transport, special mission, fighter, Search and Rescue, aerial tanker, remote-piloted, reconnaissance, trainer and utility types.
Republic of China Armed Forces - Wikipedia
WEBThe Air Force is responsible for defending Taiwanese airspace and assisting in disaster relief. [68] In recent years the ROCAF had to send aircraft to respond to Chinese planes entering Taiwan's air defense identification zone. [69]
Taiwan unveils new F-16V fighter jets amid military threats from ... - CNN
WEBNov 19, 2021 · Taiwan on Thursday showed off its newest military hardware – upgraded F-16 fighter jets that would be at the heart of the island’s defense in the event of an air attack from China.
AIR FORCE HEADQUARTERS, MND
WEBPresident Tsai Ing-wen Presides Over Award and Promotion Ceremony of Senior Military Personnel. Changes to General Officers’ Appointments Authorized by President to Take Effect from June 16. Minister Chiu Presides over …
A Deeper Look At The Operational Capabilities Of The Taiwanese Air Force
WEBMay 19, 2024 · The Taiwanese Air Force operates a modern, mostly Western-built fighter and support aircraft fleet. The combat aircraft of the Air Force include the Northrop F-5, AIDC F-CK-1, Dassault Mirage 2000, and F-16 Fighting Falcon.
First Phase of Taiwan F-16V Program Is Complete - Air Force …
WEBFeb 5, 2024 · The $4.5 billion “Peace Phoenix Rising” program to upgrade 139 of Taiwan’s F-16s to the F-16V (Block 70-72) configuration is complete, the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center announced Feb. 5. The next step in the boost of Taiwan’s air defenses is to deliver 66 new-build F-16s in a comparable …
Taiwan deploys advanced F-16V fighter jets amid China threat
WEBNov 18, 2021 · Taiwan has deployed the most advanced version of the F-16 fighter jet in its air force, as the self-ruled island steps up its defense capabilities in the face of continuing threats from China.
Taiwan commissions first upgraded F-16 fighter wing - Defense News
WEBNov 19, 2021 · Taiwan officially commissioned its upgraded Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon multi-role fighter jets into service, with a ceremony at an airbase on its west coast on Wednesday.
Taiwan's air force flexes muscles in face of Chinese war games
WEBHUALIEN, Taiwan, Aug 17 (Reuters) - Taiwanese F-16 fighters roared into the night sky on Wednesday in a show of force in front of the media, demonstrating the military's determination to...