Big news in the skies! China’s MA60 civil search and rescue aircraft has just completed its maiden flight. Built by AVIC, the aircraft took off from an airport in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province and impressed everyone by flying for one hour and 20 minutes during a set daytime validation test. ✈️
This innovative craft is part of the domestically developed MA60 "Modern Ark" multipurpose family and is set to overcome longstanding challenges in maritime search and rescue. AVIC experts point out that slow response times and limited search coverage have been hurdles in complex, vast seas—problems this new aircraft aims to solve.
With this successful debut, the aircraft now enters a comprehensive flight testing and verification phase. Its promising performance highlights a turning point in rescue technology, bridging a gap in emergency response and inspiring confidence for future advancements. Stay tuned for more high-flying updates!
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China's MA60 civil search and rescue aircraft completes maiden flight
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