The first batch of China’s homegrown MA60 firefighting aircraft has officially joined the nation’s emergency response fleet! Delivered this week by state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), these planes are set to revolutionize how the country tackles wildfires and other disasters.
What Makes the MA60 a Game-Changer?
Dubbed the ‘flying firefighter,’ the MA60 can carry up to 6 tonnes of water and transport 28 passengers or 3.7 tonnes of supplies. It’s not just a water bomber—it’s also equipped for real-time fire monitoring, command coordination, and rapid deployment of rescue teams. Talk about multitasking!
Innovation in the Skies
Developed in just two years since 2021, the MA40’s big brother has already secured certification from Chinese aviation authorities. Chief designer Miao Zhimin says it’ll be a ‘critical force’ in protecting forests and grasslands. With climate challenges rising globally, this tech couldn’t come at a better time.
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