ROCAF Chief Gen. Cheng recently presided over the Pilot Training Graduation Ceremony for Class B of 2024 and Class A of 2025, where he pinned pilot wings on the graduating officers, recognizing their achievements and congratulating them as they embark on their flying careers.
Gen. Cheng noted that pilot wings are not simply a symbol of professional expertise but also represent a commitment to defending national airspace. He encouraged the graduating officers to remain steadfast in their convictions in the face of adversity.
Gen. Cheng stressed that flight safety must always be the top priority during flight missions, with the objective of achieving zero errors and zero accidents. He reminded everyone to maintain discipline and constant vigilance, and to adhere to standard operating procedures during training and combat readiness missions. He also encouraged the graduating officers to continue honing their flying skills, foreign language proficiency, and response capabilities. Furthermore, he reminded them to maintain their physical fitness and prepare for the challenges ahead.
Lastly, Gen. Cheng thanked all instructors and the graduating officers’ families for their steadfast support. He expressed his hope that the new pilots would uphold ROCAF’s ethos of loyalty and bravery, continuously pursue excellence, fulfill their commitments and carry forward the Jianqiao spirit.