Yo, air travel just got an upgrade! 🤩 Chinas brand-new AS700 Xiangyun manned airshipyep, that floating behemoth youve seen in sci-fiis officially cleared for mass production after snagging the countrys first ever production certificate for a home-grown manned airship.
Whats the big deal? A production certificate is basically the green light from the aviation authority saying, Your design checks out, and youre safe to roll out planesor in this case, airships! That means were moving from prototypes to real-deal fleet delivery, opening doors for everything from scenic tours over the Taj Mahal to eco-friendly cargo missions.
Why it matters for us? 🌏 Imagine cruising above Borobudur at sunrise or capturing viral TikToks mid-air without the drone fuss. Airships like the AS700 can stay aloft longer, use less fuel than helicopters, and carry heavier loadshello sustainable transport and epic adventure vibes!
The AS700 Xiangyun was built in line with strict airworthiness regs, so it meets all the safety boxes. Now that its entering mass production, keep an eye out for its first commercial flightsthis could be the start of a new era in aerial innovation for Asia and beyond.
Stay tuned for updates on routes, ticket launches, and how you can be among the first to float above your city skyline! 🚀
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China's AS700 manned airship obtains first production certificate
cgtn.com
