Export Z-19E makes maiden flight

The Z-19E prototype during its maiden flight at Harbin on May 18. AVIC AN EXPORT version of China’s Z-19 attack/ reconnaissance helicopter, designated the Z-19E, has made its maiden flight. The new variant flew on May 18 from the Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation factory. It was airborne for 15 minutes, performing hovering and limited manoeuvres close to the ground, and was flown by Captain Yin Liwen and co-pilot Xu Yunshan. Externally, the Z-19E is little different from the standard Z-19,