Zhishengji-12 Qingniao

The Z-12 Qingniao is a quad tilt-rotor aircraft designed by Praxis Heavy Industries. The Qingniao measures 65.5 feet in length and is 22.3 feet wide with a 105.2 foot wingspan. The cargo bay features a rear loading ramp that can carry 110 paratroopers or 150 standard-seating passengers. In cargo configuration, it can accommodate eight 463L pallets. Additionally, the Qingniao can open a bottom deployment hatch for aerial troop deployment and airlift. The Qingniao also includes a fully retractable refueling probe and an interconnecting drive system for power redundancy. This vehicle has a maximum takeoff weight of 100,000 lb (45,000 kg) with a payload of up to 25,000 lb (11,000 kg) in a hover.

Significance

The Qingniao is sold by Praxis Heavy Industries to military and civilian buyers, though civilian configurations are limited.

Zhishengji-12 Qingniao

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Sold by Praxis Heavy Industries

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