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China has successfully tested a new unmanned attack helicopter with missile weapons used during testing.
According to Tengden Technology, the operator responsible for the remote control of the UAV was a woman – for the first time in the history of unmanned aircraft in China. The drone successfully fired back with a light air-to-surface missile, which accurately hit the target.
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Western observers suggest that this UAV will be able to carry out a number of missions, including tactical strikes, reconnaissance and surveillance, and patrol duties.
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The developer has not announced any information about the device. However, judging by the company's product range, the attack drone is based on the Featherless Arrow helicopter-type UAV. Its maximum take-off weight is 550 kg, flight range is up to 1000 km, flight time is 9 hours, flight altitude is up to 7200 m.
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Featherless Arrow
As indicated on the company's website, Featherless Arrow, which was created for civilian purposes, first took to the air in 2019. Apparently, it became the basis for a combat drone. In the interests of the PLA Navy, a similar helicopter-type UAV was being developed, but it has a different tail.
