After receiving a certified report of their physical fitness, flight students will also have to go through 40 hours of theoretical studies and another 40 hours of flight training before they sit final exams.

Passing the tests will allow them to hold a private pilot's license, the administration said, noting there are about 40 flight academies in China.

Questions:

1. China’s easing requirements for trainee pilots will do what, according to experts?

2. In the past, why were China’s flight students subjected to rigorous standards?

3. How many flight academies are in China?

Answers:

1. Boost the general aviation sector.

2. Because most of them would fly military or commercial aircraft after graduation.

3. About 40.

About the broadcaster:

Anne Ruisi is an editor at China Daily online with more than 30 years of experience as a newspaper editor and reporter. She has worked at newspapers in the U.S., including The Birmingham News in Alabama and City Newspaper of Rochester, N.Y.

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