China Marks Aviation Milestone with Successful Maiden Flight of Changying-8 Heavy Cargo Drone AviationNews – China successfully completed the maiden flight of the Changying-8 on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, marking the country's first validated flight of an unmanned cargo aircraft in the 7-ton class. The test, conducted at an airport in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, represents a significant leap forward in autonomous heavy-lift logistics and China's expanding "low-altitude economy." Developed by…

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Windracers ULTRA Drone Reaches 2,000km Range With Heavy Payload Capability Aviation News – British drone manufacturer Windracers has announced that its heavy-lift ULTRA unmanned aircraft can now fly up to 2,000km while carrying a 200kg payload, significantly extending its operational reach. The milestone strengthens the aircraft’s role across defence, humanitarian, research, and civil cargo missions. The announcement was made at the Windracers LAUNCH 2026 event in central London, where CEO Simon Muderack outlined the company’s latest configuration for the dual-use platform.

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The Royal Air Force (RAF) has officially brought the Protector RG Mk1 drone into service, marking a historic milestone in British defense aviation.

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