Former US Air Force Pilot Arrested for Allegedly Training Chinese Military Personnel

Gerald Brown, a former US Air Force fighter pilot with 24 years of service, was arrested in Indiana for allegedly training Chinese military pilots without authorization. Brown, who retired in 1996 and later worked as a defense contractor, is accused of conspiring with Chinese nationals to provide combat aircraft training, including on F-35 jets, without a required US State Department license. US officials warn this case highlights concerns over China exploiting former US military expertise to enhance its military capabilities. Authorities emphasize legal restrictions on such training and vow accountability.