On Friday, April 7, the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) announced the successful completion of the first full flight of a twin-engine civilian helicopter AC332 (AC332).
According to AVIC, China’s leading aircraft manufacturer and helicopter developer, the four-ton multipurpose helicopter received its first 24 orders from helicopter operators on the same day.
The above order is divided into agreements to buy 18 aircraft and agreements to buy and sell 6 aircraft. The ordered aircraft will be used for air transportation. emergency medical rescue and reconnaissance, etc.
According to AVIC, the AC332 has a maximum take-off weight of 3,850 kilograms and can carry up to 10 passengers, with a maximum flight speed of 260 kilometers per hour. and a maximum flight range of 693 kilometers
In addition, the AC332 can fly at an altitude of 4,500 meters above sea level with a flying ceiling of 6,000 meters, including air transport requirements. search and rescue and medical assistance in the highlands as well
In addition, AVIC expects The helicopter will receive aircraft type certification by 2025.
News/Pictures/Clips By Xinhua News Agency, Apr. 8, 2023
