Helicopter AC313A Image: Avic
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AC313A helicopter makes its first successful flight
By: Rafael Ramos
On: 5/19/2022
Helicopter AC313A
Image: Avic
The new version of China's largest civil helicopter made its maiden flight on Tuesday (17), as announced by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (Avic). In this way, China will enter the league of nations that manufacture large helicopters, as is already the case with Russia and the USA.
To ensure safety, the aircraft underwent a 50-hour endurance test called the “iron bird” (a device to test the functions of the aircraft).
The helicopter is an upgrade of the AC313 and was developed to serve air rescues across the country. The aircraft is equipped with the world's most powerful and reliable new turboshaft engine, along with other upgraded systems such as new avionics. The helicopter has a health and usage monitoring system, as well as an anti-icing device for the rotor blades.
The aircraft has a wider fuselage, larger interior space, a sloping tail rotor, new gearboxes and control systems, said Liu Wenqi, the helicopter's chief designer. This allows the helicopter to operate in visual and instrument flights, as well as in difficult weather conditions.
The AC313A's new systems have improved the aircraft's navigation, safety and reduced crew workload, according to Cao Xi, lead systems development.
The maximum take-off weight is 13.8 tons, its capacity is 28 passengers. Delivery of the first AC313A units is expected to start by 2025
Helicopter AC313A
Image: Avic
Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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