An Ilyushin Il-76 aircraft of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force, carrying rescue crews and equipment to help in the aftermath of the earthquake in Nepal, prepares for take-off at an airport. PLA Air Force spokesman Shen Jinke says China will send four Ilyushin Il-76 aircraft to aid rescue efforts in Nepal. Soldiers chosen for the mission have overseas rescue experience, says Shen. (Photo: China News Service/Zhang Hengping)
