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World’s largest cargo drone completes maiden flight in China

The Changying-8, developed by China North Industries Group Corporation, is capable of carrying a payload of 3.5 tonnes.

Published: 6:08pm, 31 Mar 2026Updated: 8:11pm, 31 Mar 2026

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The world’s largest cargo drone, the Changying-8, completed its maiden flight in China on March 31, 2026. The 3.5-tonne unmanned aircraft is capable of carrying its own weight in payload.

World’s largest cargo drone completes maiden flight in China

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The Changying-8, developed by China North Industries Group Corporation, is capable of carrying a payload of 3.5 tonnes.