China’s first domestically developed civilian helicopter has performed its maiden flight in Jiangxi province.
The AC313, developed by Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), will fly 27 passengers up to 900km with a maximum take-off weight of 13.8t, according to China Daily.
The rotorcraft features advanced turboshafts, a high-power drive system, a ball-bearing composite rotor system and an integrated avionics system.
It will be used for rescue missions in earthquakes, typhoons and other natural disasters.
