The research and development of China's new generation of turboprop regional aircraft Modern Ark 700 (MA700) recently started, said Geng Ruguang, deputy general manager of China Aviation Industry Corporation I (AVIC I), at the Commercial Aircraft Forum China 2008 on November 20.
This new generation, updated from the MA 600, will be more energy-efficient and fit for high altitude aviation, said Geng at the forum.
The 70-seat MA700 regional aircraft, developed by Xi'an Aircraft Industry Company (XAC) of AVIC I, is expected to be marketable in 2014. It targets high-end customers in the international market.
The 60-seat MA600, also developed by XAC, launched its maiden flight in October in Tianjin and has received 12 orders. It marks a milestone in China's drive to be one of the world's leading providers of turboprop regional aircraft.
By People's Daily Online
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