AVIC AG600

The AVIC AG600, code named Kunlong (鲲龙), also known as TA-600, is the largest amphibious aircraft currently flying. It is designed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC). The aircraft made its first flight in Zhuhai, Guangdong on 24 December 2017. The AG600 is one of China's three state-approved "big plane projects".

Specifications (AG600)

General characteristics

• Capacity: 50 passengers
• Length: 36.9 m (121 ft 1 in)
• Wingspan: 38.8 m (127 ft 4 in)
• Height: 12.1 m (39 ft 8 in)
• Max takeoff weight: 53,500 kg (117,947 lb)
• Powerplant: 4 × WJ-6 turboprops, 3,805 kW (5,103 hp) each
• Propellers: 6-bladed constant speed propellers

Performance

• Maximum speed: 570 km/h (354 mph; 308 kn)
• Range: 5,500 km (3,418 mi; 2,970 nmi)
• Service ceiling: 10,500 m (34,400 ft)