🚁 Today, on December 11, 2025, AVIC’s latest heavy-lift UAV, the Jiutian, soared into the skies during its maiden flight in Pucheng, Shaanxi Province on the Chinese mainland. This marks a milestone in large drone capabilities and opens up a world of new civilian possibilities.
Measuring 16.35 meters in length with a 25-meter wingspan, the Jiutian is no small bird. It boasts:
- Maximum takeoff weight: 16 tonnes
- Payload capacity: 6,000 kilograms
- Endurance: up to 12 hours
- Range: up to 7,000 kilometers
- Short takeoff and landing abilities
Built with advanced avionics and materials, the Jiutian is designed for diverse civilian missions:
- Transporting heavy supplies to remote areas 🤝
- Delivering logistics in challenging terrains 🌄
- Supporting emergency rescue operations 🚨
For young entrepreneurs, tech fans, and adventurers alike, the Jiutian represents a leap forward in how drones can serve society—bridging distances, delivering aid, and unlocking new business opportunities. Keep an eye on this titan of the skies as it takes on real-world missions in the year ahead!
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China's 'Jiutian' large drone debuts for diverse civilian missions
cgtn.com
