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Korea Aerospace Industries flies and tests "Surion" helicopter

Seoul, South Korea - First step to test new aircraft that will renew the fleet

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) established in 1999 thanks to contributions of makers Samsung Aerospace, Daewoo Heavy Industries and Hyundai Space and Aircraft Company (Hysa), tested the prototype of "Surion" helicopter for the first time last 10th of March. The aircraft left from Sacheon base, near Korea's south coast, and performed hovering. The flight test program plans to extend endurance and...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1115621
Rome, Italy, 03/19/2010 13:45
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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