World's Largest Amphibious Aircraft Passes Ground Tests

AKIPRESS.COM - The world's largest amphibious aircraft, the Chinese-made AG600 has successfully conducted its first ever taxiing on a runway.

The ground test was held in Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province. During taxiing, the aircraft's braking system was evaluated and its ability to stay in a straight line was tested, Xinhua News Agency reported.

The video shows the AG600 making a 180-degree turn on the runway. It was reported that all the systems were functioning properly.

Earlier, it was reported that the Chinese-made aircraft had passed engine tests and is expected to make its maiden flight in the first half of this year, according to Xinhua.[embedded content]It was noted that the first test flight from the ground would take place in May and from the water during the second half of 2017.China's aircraft maker Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) has spent almost...