Z-15 helicopter makes debut flight in Harbin

The Z-15 helicopter, jointly developed by China and Airbus Helicopter Company, is to make its debut flight in Harbin on Dec. 20. Engines and other major components of the plane were all made in China. The medium-sized multi-purpose helicopter fulfills a need in China for helicoptors capable of transporting between 4 and 13 tons, and represents one of the most advanced helicopters in its class.