More Syrian Pilots Defect To Jordan, More Expected To Follow

While the crackdown on the Syrian protesters continue, defecting soldiers are increasing by the day. (Reuters)

Three More Syrian Pilots Defect To Jordan, More Expected To Follow Suit -- Al Arabiaya

Three additional Syrian military pilots have defected to Jordan earlier today; bringing up the total number of defected Syrian pilots to seven, according to Al-Arabiya’s Amman correspondent.

“The three pilots have entered Jordan in an illegal way and they are currently held by the Jordanian security authorities who are taking them through the regular routine procedures” said Al-Arabiya’s Ghassan Abu Louz quoting sources within Syrian opposition.

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Update: Over 30 members of Syrian military reportedly defect to Turkey -- FOX News/AP

My Comment: The Syrian air force is the Assad government's most loyal segment of the military. The fact that so many are now deserting their posts is an ominous sign for the Syrian government on where this conflict is going.