The media reported on the start of mass production of the largest amphibious aircraft in China

The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has certified and allowed the world's largest amphibious aircraft, the AG600, manufactured in China, to be mass-produced. This was reported on June 12 by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) newspaper.

"The AG600, the world's largest amphibious aircraft, developed in China, received the green light for mass production, which was a step forward towards creating an independent and competitive aviation industry in the global market," the newspaper reports.

Experts have confirmed that it has been possible to create a reliable system that meets safety standards for the production of machinery. It is specified that the State Aviation Industry Corporation of China (Avic) was responsible for the development of the aircraft.

After receiving approval, the organization stated that the decision was an important milestone in the creation of a modern civil aviation manufacturing sector in the country.

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