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United Aircraft of China debuts tandem-rotor unmanned helicopter for firefighting, cargo and medevac

United Aircraft of China revealed a tandem-rotor unmanned helicopter, positioning the type for a broad set of missions including aerial firefighting, utility work, point-to-point cargo delivery and medevac operations. The company presented the platform as adaptable to heavy-lift and specialized aerial-work roles.

2026-02-04T23:15:33.910231-08:00

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Aerospace Times Feipeng ramps up Southeast Asia and Middle East push amid fierce domestic drone competition

2026-02-04T22:13:54.444873-08:00

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China Eastern sets 2026 hedging limits

2026-02-04T21:14:45.319994-08:00

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Panasonic Avionics inks MoU with Shanghai Spacesail to explore integrating LEO constellation into in‑flight connectivity

2026-02-04T02:55:02.116824-08:00

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United Aircraft of China debuts tandem-rotor unmanned helicopter for firefighting, cargo and medevac United Aircraft of China revealed a tandem-rotor unmanned helicopter, positioning the type for a broad set of missions including aerial firefighting, utility work, point-to-point cargo delivery and medevac operations. The company presented the platform as adaptable to heavy-lift and specialized aerial-work roles.

2026-02-04T23:15:33.910231-08:00

United Aircraft of China debuts tandem-rotor unmanned helicopter for firefighting, cargo and medevac

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Aerospace Times Feipeng ramps up Southeast Asia and Middle East push amid fierce domestic drone competition Chinese civil drone maker Aerospace Times Feipeng is accelerating expansion into Southeast Asia and the Middle East to offset intense domestic competition, a company executive said. The strategy prioritizes international sales, local partnerships and market diversification as growth prospects tighten at home.

2026-02-04T22:13:54.444873-08:00

Aerospace Times Feipeng ramps up Southeast Asia and Middle East push amid fierce domestic drone competition

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China Eastern sets 2026 hedging limits China Eastern Airlines has set hedging limits for 2026, the carrier told ch-aviation. The decision defines the perimeter of its risk-management policy for the coming year and will influence budgetary planning and financial stability as the airline prepares operational and network activity in 2026.

2026-02-04T21:14:45.319994-08:00

China Eastern sets 2026 hedging limits

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Panasonic Avionics inks MoU with Shanghai Spacesail to explore integrating LEO constellation into in‑flight connectivity Panasonic Avionics has signed a memorandum of understanding with Shanghai Spacesail Technologies to assess incorporating Spacesail’s planned LEO satellite constellation into its in‑flight connectivity network. The tie‑up aims to provide airlines a low‑latency, high‑bandwidth LEO option, including a China‑focused service footprint for onboard broadband.

2026-02-04T02:55:02.116824-08:00

Panasonic Avionics inks MoU with Shanghai Spacesail to explore integrating LEO constellation into in‑flight connectivity

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EHang unveils VT35 eVTOL prototype EHang has publicly unveiled its VT35 eVTOL prototype, offering a new demonstrator in the company's advanced air mobility programme. The reveal continues EHang's prototype milestones as it advances testing and commercialisation steps for autonomous and piloted eVTOL operations.

2026-02-03T19:27:37.085378-08:00

EHang unveils VT35 eVTOL prototype

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COMAC signs LOI with Shanxi Victory for up to six C909 firefighting variants at Singapore Airshow COMAC announced a letter of intent with Shanxi Victory General Aviation for up to six C909 aircraft in a hydrant/aerial‑firefighting configuration during the Singapore Airshow. COMAC said the C909 firefighting variant is certified for aerial firefighting and will be offered as a special‑mission model.

2026-02-02T19:49:09.543392-08:00

COMAC signs LOI with Shanxi Victory for up to six C909 firefighting variants at Singapore Airshow

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China certifies first COMAC C909 for in‑flight surgical operations China's aviation regulator has certified the first C909 regional aircraft for in‑flight surgical operations, clearing the platform to be outfitted and operated as an airborne surgical/medical mission aircraft. The approval creates a formally certified special‑mission role for the C909 platform.

2026-02-02T17:35:25.234811-08:00

China certifies first COMAC C909 for in‑flight surgical operations

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Shaanxi unveils A400M‑class four‑engine transport and new advanced trainer Shaanxi unveiled a new four‑engine transport it says is comparable to the Airbus A400M, alongside a newly revealed advanced trainer. The company says both types broaden its military product portfolio, positioning Shaanxi into Western‑class tactical airlift and jet‑training market segments.

2026-02-01T18:43:43.567847-08:00

Shaanxi unveils A400M‑class four‑engine transport and new advanced trainer

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United Aircraft of China debuts tandem-rotor unmanned helicopter for firefighting, cargo and medevac

Aerospace Times Feipeng ramps up Southeast Asia and Middle East push amid fierce domestic drone competition

China Eastern sets 2026 hedging limits

Panasonic Avionics inks MoU with Shanghai Spacesail to explore integrating LEO constellation into in‑flight connectivity

Hype Analysis

China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

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