China successfully tests its first unmanned aerial aircraft fueled entirely by solar energy

China successfully tests its first unmanned aerial aircraft fueled entirely by solar energy

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Category : Defense Published on: September 15 2022

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  • The name of the aircraft is Qimingxing-50, or “Morning Star.”
  • The maiden flight of Qimingxing-50 has been achieved, making it the first large-sized UAV powered only by solar energy. 
  • It is superior at performing surveillance and reconnaissance tasks.
  • It is claimed to be capable of functioning uninterrupted for months. 
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