ZHUHAI, November 14. /TASS/. Russian helicopters Ka-32 and Mi-171 are distinguished for high reliability and cost effectiveness and enjoy popularity among emergency services in China, spokesman of Jiangsu Huayu General Aviation company, the operator of such helicopters, told TASS.
"We are using Ka-32 and Mi-171 helicopters for more than a decade. Helicopters, from our point of view, are very reliable. They are classed with heavy helicopters that have excellent lifting capacity; they are also versatile. Russian helicopters in China are mainly used by the Ministry of Emergency Situations for aviation protection of forests, rescuing in earthquakes and elimination of consequences of natural disasters," Zhou Ziwei said.
The company spokesman indicated a number of features of Russian helicopters. "Firstly, they are more cost effective and secondly, they are very sturdy and reliable. They can also take off and land in challenging terrain conditions, and that is why these helicopters are very popular among emergency services," Zhou added.