Zhao Baotong Chinese: 赵宝桐 | |
Birth Place: | Fushun, Liaoning, Republic of China |
Allegiance: | China |
Branch: | People's Liberation Army Air Force |
Serviceyears: | 1950-1983 |
Battles: | Korean War |
Unit: | 3rd Fighter Aviation Division |
Zhao Baotong (1928 in Fushun, Liaoning - 2003) was a MiG-15 pilot of the People's Republic of China. He was a flying ace during the Korean War, with 9 victories.
A member of the 3rd Fighter Aviation Division,[1] He was the first Chinese Korean War pilot to achieve ace status.[1] Also known as Chao Bao Tun.
All Chinese aces have received the title Combat Hero in acknowledgement of their services.