On Sunday, the second unit of the Chinese mainland’s AG600 amphibious firefighting aircraft successfully completed its production test flight at Zhuhai City in Guangdong Province.
According to the Aviation Industry Corporation of China, Ltd., this milestone confirms that the aircraft meets its design requirements, complies with operational safety standards, and is ready for delivery.
Developed as a key piece of aeronautical equipment to meet the urgent needs of the Chinese mainland’s national emergency rescue and natural disaster prevention systems, the AG600 will play a vital role in safeguarding lives and property.
With its amphibious capabilities, the AG600 marks a significant step forward in strengthening disaster response and underscores the Chinese mainland’s commitment to aviation innovation and public safety.
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China's AG600 amphibious aircraft from 2nd batch completes test flight
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