Exciting news from central China! 🚀 The AS700, a cutting-edge civil manned airship developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), has successfully completed its first-ever ferry flight in Hubei Province.
The journey began early Saturday morning when the AS700 took off from Jingmen City at 7:04 a.m. Beijing Time. After soaring through the skies for 106 minutes, it smoothly landed in Jingzhou City. Following a brief stay, the airship made its way back to Jingmen, marking a triumphant completion of its inaugural ferry flight.
The AS700 boasts a sleek single-capsule design and a single-point landing gear, enhancing its versatility and efficiency. With a maximum takeoff weight of 4,150 kilograms, a flight range of 700 kilometers, and an endurance of up to 10 hours, this airship is set to revolutionize air touring, emergency rescue operations, and urban services. 🛩️
Capable of carrying up to 10 people, including one pilot, the AS700 can reach speeds of up to 100 kilometers per hour. This impressive feat not only showcases China’s advancements in aviation technology but also opens up new possibilities for air-based applications in the future.
Stay tuned to NewspaperAmigo.com for more updates on this groundbreaking development! 🌍💬✨
