On January 11, the Tianma-1000 unmanned transport aircraft, developed by Xi’an Aisheng Technology Group Co., Ltd., a subsidiary under China North Industries Group Corporation Limited, completed its maiden flight. As the country’s first medium and large-sized unmanned aircraft designed for medium-altitude, cost-effective transportation, it has achieved exceptional versatility, such as complex plateau terrain adaptation, ultra-short takeoff and landing distances, and rapid switching between cargo transport and airdrop modes.
Known for its smart transportation system, the Tianma-1000’s operational ceiling reaches 8,000 meters and requires a takeoff and landing roll distance of less than 200 meters. With a maximum range of up to 1,800 kilometers while carrying up to 1 ton of cargo, it is well suited for multiple tasks, including cargo delivery, emergency response, and border supply.
The Tianma-1000 unmanned transport aircraft features a modular cabin design, allowing it to be quickly reconfigured into a freight aerial platform, seamlessly switching between daily logistics and emergency support missions. Its dual engines enable long-distance and consistent flight, ensuring stable transport across provinces and regions. Half day is enough for it to deliver tons of materials to destinations where emergencies occur. Its aerodynamic layout and short takeoff and landing technology also allows the aircraft to adapt to challenging circumstances, such as remote fields and rural areas, thus enhancing the resilience and reliability of cargo delivery. (....)