The 7th China Tianjin International Helicopter Expo was held in Tianjin from October 16 to 19, a major event for the global aviation industry. As a key platform for the latest helicopter technologies, the expo in this year has attracted nearly 400 enterprises from over 30 countries and regions. Its record-breaking scale underscores the growing significance of China’s aviation sector on the world stage.

A standout feature of the expo was that all six major global helicopter prime manufacturers would present their latest aircraft models and cutting-edge technologies. Covering 160,000 square meters, the exhibition area houses nearly 250 booths across 10 categories. Exhibits included complete helicopters, electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and aircraft engines. The diverse range of displayed technologies highlighted the aviation industry’s robust innovation capabilities.

The flight performances were set to be a unique highlight of the event. Six flight shows were scheduled, including eight Z-10 attack helicopters and two Z-20 tacticalutility helicopters. Notably, the Z-20 assault helicopter would make its debut at the expo, drawing significant interest from visitors. These demonstrations would offer a profound insight into the performance of modern helicopters.

In the static display area, 52 aircraft would be on show, including 38 helicopters. The exhibited models encompassed mainstay aircraft of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, as well as internationally renowned models such as the Airbus H135 and Leonardo AW139. This diversity reflected the global interconnection of the aviation industry and underscores the importance of international cooperation.

Additionally, China’s domestically developed civil helicopters, such as the AVIC AC312E and AC311A, would be showcased, demonstrating their versatile applications in scenarios ranging from emergency rescue to medical evacuation.

These developments reflect China’s pivotal role as a driver in the global aviation technology landscape, and how innovation in the aviation industry contributes to enhancing public safety and operational efficiency.