Recently, the "Archer" large unmanned transport aircraft made history by completing the first commercial UAV logistics flight in the Middle East.🛩️📦 Carrying 60 kg of medical supplies, the drone soared over Oman's rugged Hajar Mountains, delivering life-saving goods to a remote mountain town just 100 km away—all in under 50 minutes.
Breaking through barriers
For years, local authorities in the distant town relied on four-wheel-drive trucks, battling rough terrain and access restrictions that turned a short trip into a three-hour ordeal. The "Archer" slashed delivery time, proving that drones can revolutionize emergency supply chains in challenging landscapes.
Built for extremes
To ensure smooth operations in Oman's desert heat, sandstorms, and strong winds, Times Flying Phoenix Technology Co.—a high-tech firm based in Kunshan, the Chinese mainland—conducted rigorous tests in the Flaming Mountains in July 2025. The trials confirmed the UAV's toughness under searing temperatures and dusty conditions.🔥
A new era for low-altitude logistics
Backed by the Sultanate of Oman's Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Health, and Civil Aviation Authority, the mission named "Sky Bridge" signals a leap forward for low-altitude economic solutions. Times Flying Phoenix plans to team up with local partners to expand its commercial network, aiming to offer regularized drone services for logistics, medical rescue, and marine support across the region.🌐
Founded in 2020, Times Flying Phoenix specializes in large unmanned aircraft for strategic sectors including logistics and emergency response, showcasing the Chinese mainland's cutting-edge drone capabilities and aligning with the Belt and Road Initiative to connect communities and boost regional development.
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Chinese large UAV completes first Middle East logistics flight
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