AG600, China's Amphibious Aircraft, Begins Comprehensive Fatigue Testing
China's AG600 amphibious aircraft has begun undergoing full-scale fatigue testing. This marks a significant step in the testing phase of the aircraft, which is designed for various emergency response and firefighting missions. The AG600 is one of the largest amphibious aircraft in the world, aiming to enhance China's capabilities in aerial firefighting and maritime search and rescue operations. As the testing progresses, it will assess the endurance and performance of the aircraft under various conditions.
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China's AG600 large amphibious aircraft, developed independently, has begun a comprehensive fatigue testing phase, as announced by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) on Wednesday.
This testing is taking place at the Aircraft Strength Research Institute of China, located in the Yanliang District of Xi'an City, in Shaanxi Province, according to AVIC, the nation's leading manufacturer in aircraft.
AVIC stated that this testing will play a crucial role in determining future modifications and life extension for the AG600 aircraft.
The AG600 family of large amphibious aircraft represents critical advanced aeronautics technology aimed at bolstering China's emergency rescue capabilities.
Its design includes a distinctive configuration that combines an aircraft-shaped upper body with a ship-bottom-shaped lower body.
The developer noted that the full-scale fatigue test is essential for confirming that the aircraft meets structural damage tolerance and fatigue assessment regulations.
The AG600 must satisfy both aerodynamic and hydrodynamic performance criteria. AVIC pointed out that its structural design, operational modes, and service environments are significantly different from those of traditional land-based aircraft.
The AG600 stands as China's first independently designed large specialized civil aircraft, specifically crafted for forest firefighting, maritime rescue, and various emergency rescue operations throughout the country.
After completing its maiden flight in 2017 and successfully taking off from a reservoir in 2018, the AG600 conducted its first flight over the sea in 2020.
Looking ahead, AVIC indicated a commitment to rigorous efforts aimed at achieving airworthiness certification for the aircraft.
Alejandro Jose Martinez for TROIB News
This testing is taking place at the Aircraft Strength Research Institute of China, located in the Yanliang District of Xi'an City, in Shaanxi Province, according to AVIC, the nation's leading manufacturer in aircraft.
AVIC stated that this testing will play a crucial role in determining future modifications and life extension for the AG600 aircraft.
The AG600 family of large amphibious aircraft represents critical advanced aeronautics technology aimed at bolstering China's emergency rescue capabilities.
Its design includes a distinctive configuration that combines an aircraft-shaped upper body with a ship-bottom-shaped lower body.
The developer noted that the full-scale fatigue test is essential for confirming that the aircraft meets structural damage tolerance and fatigue assessment regulations.
The AG600 must satisfy both aerodynamic and hydrodynamic performance criteria. AVIC pointed out that its structural design, operational modes, and service environments are significantly different from those of traditional land-based aircraft.
The AG600 stands as China's first independently designed large specialized civil aircraft, specifically crafted for forest firefighting, maritime rescue, and various emergency rescue operations throughout the country.
After completing its maiden flight in 2017 and successfully taking off from a reservoir in 2018, the AG600 conducted its first flight over the sea in 2020.
Looking ahead, AVIC indicated a commitment to rigorous efforts aimed at achieving airworthiness certification for the aircraft.
Alejandro Jose Martinez for TROIB News
