Summary
A Canadian maritime patrol aircraft was intercepted several times by Chinese military jets while it was flying over the East China Sea. The Canadian plane was part of an international mission to enforce UN sanctions on North Korean ships.
Key Facts
- A Canadian CP-140 Aurora plane was intercepted by Chinese military jets.
- The interceptions occurred in the East China Sea, over international waters.
- The Canadian aircraft was part of Operation NEON, which enforces UN sanctions on North Korea.
- A Chinese supersonic fighter jet made contact with the Canadian plane's captain.
- A second Chinese jet, carrying missiles, came within 200 feet of the Canadian aircraft.
- The Canadian captain stated they were operating in international airspace, performing duties agreed upon by all nations.
