14 November 2012

News Story: China’s AVIC Unveils Future Plans at Zhuhai

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ZHUHAI, China — The ninth biennial China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition was full of surprises on its first day, unveiling a variety of new weapon systems and international arms deals.

The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) revealed plans to fill the first international order for 12 Hongdu-built supersonic L-15 “Hunting Eagle” advanced jet trainers. AVIC did not reveal the identity of the country, but potential customers include Pakistan, Africa and Latin America.

AVIC’s Hongdu Aviation Industry Group and China Aero-Technology Import and Export Corp. signed an agreement during a ceremony on Nov. 13 to begin building the L-15.

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