China's first one-ton large unmanned transport aircraft successfully made its first flight; French media paid high attention.

French media pays attention to China's independently developed large unmanned transport aircraft.

French journalists have paid high attention to the successful first flight of the first 1-ton class large unmanned transport aircraft developed according to the airworthiness process in China. This breakthrough not only marks a significant improvement in technology but also brings infinite possibilities for the logistics industry.

TP1000 is a large unmanned transport aircraft that has been fully independently developed according to the airworthiness standards for large cargo drones in China's civil aviation sector. With a takeoff weight of 3.3 tons and a payload capacity of 1,000 kilograms, it has a full-load range of 1,000 kilometers. Compared with TP500, it features greater load capacity and longer range, forming a high-low combination of large cargo drones to meet the rapidly developing low-altitude freight demand. Additionally, TP1000 has an intelligent precision drop function, which can better serve emergency rescue.

According to AFP, the first flight of the CH-YH1000 cargo drone marks a milestone in China's drone sector. This drone was designed by Aerospace CH UAV Co., Ltd., aiming to completely transform aerial logistics, especially in remote and difficult-to-access areas. According to the Global Times, the developer stated that the test flight was conducted at an undisclosed airport in northwest China and achieved all predetermined performance targets.

CH-YH1000 is a medium-altitude twin-engine drone (UAV) specifically designed for logistical operations in challenging terrain and harsh conditions. It adopts a classic cargo aircraft configuration, integrating the mature avionics systems of the CH UAV series, ensuring high reliability and strong performance in contested electronic environments. Its operational flexibility is excellent, capable of taking off and landing from temporary runways over short distances, including compacted dirt roads, grassy clearings, and secondary roads.

AFP reported that the dual-mode cargo interface, featuring front loading and belly cargo release functions, enhances its operational versatility. The 6-kilowatt onboard power system also supports auxiliary mission equipment, enabling it to adapt to special roles beyond logistics.

CH-YH1000 is an economical alternative to traditional piloted transport platforms. A project engineer described it as a "flying pickup truck." The project aims to solve delivery challenges in remote areas such as Tibet and Xinjiang. Due to complex terrain and weak infrastructure, transportation in these areas is difficult, resulting in high transportation costs and long delivery times. By connecting central hubs with remote towns and counties, CH-YH1000 is expected to simplify supply chains, reduce transportation costs, and increase the speed of transporting goods to underserved regions.

Source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1833137240414219/

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